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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
I'm a dietitian. These are the 5 worst foods to order from the Costco food court menu
Yes, the hot dog is iconic, but here's what to know before grabbing that $1.50 post-shopping treat. A trip to Costco isn't just about bulk deals and battling for parking—it's also about the ritualistic stop at its restaurant. For budget-conscious diners across the country, the Costco food court has become a kind of cult destination. It's a reliable source of fast, cheap comfort food. The prices are famously frozen in time and the menu inspires the kind of brand loyalty most fast food chains can only dream of. It's a short but iconic list: pizza, hot dogs, poutine and chicken strips, along with the occasional limited-time item. But while the Costco restaurant delivers on nostalgia and value, it's not exactly a haven for healthy eating. It's affordable, familiar and — as registered dietitian Michelle Jaelin puts it — decidedly not healthy food. 'Most fast food is just higher in sodium,' she said in an interview with Yahoo Canada. 'Some fast food places have healthier options like salads, but the menu at Costco is pretty small.' We're looking at some of the least healthy offerings at Costco Canada's restaurant — and how to still enjoy them as part of a balanced diet. All beef or Polish sausage hot dog Calories: 505 (Polish sausage)/ 580 (all beef) Total fat: 33g (Polish sausage)/34.5g (all beef) Sodium: 1790mg (Polish sausage)/ 1620mg (all beef) Protein: 21g (Polish sausage)/23g (all beef) Costco's hot dog is a quarter-pound all-beef frank tucked into a soft white bun, with self-serve toppings like mustard, ketchup, relish and — if you're feeling virtuous — a sprinkle of diced onions. 'Ultimately, a hot dog just isn't a health food,' says Jaelin. But she notes that adding onions is at least one way to sneak some wholesome veggies into this fast-food meal. Pizza slice Calories: 650 (pepperoni)/ 710 (cheese) Total fat: 24g (pepperoni)/ 28g (cheese) Sodium: 1740mg (pepperoni)/ 1780mg (cheese) Protein: 34g (pepperoni) /41g (cheese) Costco's jumbo pizza slices are thick-crusted, cheese-heavy and unapologetically greasy—the kind of slice that demands two hands and several napkins. Each wedge comes topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella and either an extra layer of bubbling cheese or a hearty blanket of pepperoni. The cheese pizza slice, maybe surprisingly, has more sodium — something to keep in mind if you're watching your intake. Chicken strips and fries Calories: 1430 Total fat: 85g Sodium: 3,400mg Protein: 47mg Costco's chicken strips and fries combo comes with breaded, deep-fried chicken tenders and a mountain of golden Cavendish fries. The strips are mildly seasoned, while the fries are lightly crisped and salted just enough to make you reach for a soda. 'It's Costco, so everything is big portions,' says Jaelin. 'Sharing is a good idea for something like this if you're trying to watch your calories or reach certain nutritional goals.' Poutine Calories: 1290 Total fat: 58g Sodium: 3,530 mg Protein: 26g A no-frills take on the Québécois classic, Costco's poutine is made with thick-cut fries, hot gravy and a generous handful of cheese curds. Again, sharing is a great option for this dish, according to Jaelin. 'You could get the fries and gravy without the cheese curds," she advises. "Then you're cutting down on the saturated fat a bit.' Montreal smoked meat sandwich Calories: 630 Total fat: 37g Sodium: 2,080mg Protein: 39g Costco's Montreal smoked meat sandwich returned to the menu in mid‑2025. The sandwich features beef brisket piled high on light rye-style bread, with a dill pickle on the side. 'It's pretty high in sodium,' says Jaelin, 'but the bread is OK, and the pickle has some nutritional value, too.' Tips for eating at Costco Jaelin suggests ordering a diet fountain pop or soda water as your drink if you're trying to reduce your sugar intake. 'You could also mix the soda water with a more sugary drink and go half-and-half if you want to cut back on sugar,' she says. Costco's food court may be a crowd favourite, but with its limited, carb-heavy menu, it's not exactly built for balance. Still, that doesn't mean having a hot dog or pizza slice once in a while has to tank your nutritional goals. 'Maybe later on in the day, you make healthier choices and choose more vegetable options to balance what you ate at Costco earlier in the day,' suggests Jaelin. She notes that if your diet already includes plenty of whole grains, fruits, vegetables and lean proteins, there's room for the odd meal at Costco's restaurant. 'It's about balancing it with everything else you're eating,' she says. The bottom line Costco's restaurant may not be winning awards for variety or nutrition, but it doesn't have to be off-limits. 'All food will nourish you in some way — maybe not in the best way nutritionally — but in other ways,' Jaelin says. 'It will feed you, it will satisfy your hunger.' There's room for Costco's restaurant in a balanced diet — as long as it's treated like an occasional stop rather than a regular habit. 'Sometimes after shopping, if you're hungry and want something inexpensive to eat, it's a fun indulgence,' she says. 'All food has a place and everything can fit into your diet, even if you are someone who is trying to make healthier choices.'
South China Morning Post
10-08-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Hong Kong restaurants to remain in ‘survival of the fittest' mode, analysts say
Tenant churn in retail properties in Hong Kong will continue in coming months, as prominent restaurants close but affordable eateries and fast-food chains thrive amid economic uncertainty and job insecurity among local residents, analysts said. Advertisement Hong Kong's food and beverage (F&B) operators have taken a hit during the ongoing economic slump, which shrank retail sales for 14 straight months before a 2.4 per cent rebound in May and a 0.7 per cent gain in June, according to official data. The city had 17,154 restaurant licences as of April 30, 255 fewer than a year earlier, according to data published by the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department. A comparison of licence data showed that 2,034 restaurants closed in the past year, while 1,779 new licences were issued. Hong Kong's jobless rate remained at 3.5 per cent between April and June, unchanged from the previous quarter, which marked a 30-month high, according to the latest government data. 'The F&B segment is undergoing a reset and a survival-of-the-fittest process,' said Cathie Chung, senior director of research at JLL in Hong Kong. 'We expect new openings and closures will continue to hit news headlines in the coming 12 months.' Advertisement The trend towards affordable options reflects an overall consumption downgrade and a 'conscious consumption' movement in many parts of the world amid economic uncertainty and job insecurity, she added.
Bloomberg
08-08-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Fast-Food Breakfast Sales Fade as Diners Eat at Home, Skip Meals
Breakfast, a once booming business for fast-food chains, is taking a hit as Americans cut back on spending. At Wendy's Co. and McDonald's Corp., diners are cutting back on Maple Bacon Chicken Croissants and McGriddles, even as both chains have offered discounts. Breakfast is doing worse than sales at other times of the day, executives at the two companies said this week.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
PayPal Holdings (NasdaqGS:PYPL) Partners With OKX To Simplify Crypto Purchases In Europe
PayPal Holdings saw its shares rise by 15% over the last quarter, coinciding with several strategic initiatives, including a collaboration with OKX to facilitate cryptocurrency transactions across the European Economic Area. This potential enhancement in market presence may have bolstered investor confidence despite broader market uncertainties such as trade tensions. Other developments, like partnerships with major athletic conferences and fast-food chains, as well as board changes, possibly strengthened the company's operational and governance outlook. Amidst a flat overall market performance, these efforts likely contributed positively to PayPal's share price movement. Buy, Hold or Sell PayPal Holdings? View our complete analysis and fair value estimate and you decide. AI is about to change healthcare. These 28 stocks are working on everything from early diagnostics to drug discovery. The best part - they are all under $10b in market cap - there's still time to get in early. The recent collaboration between PayPal and OKX to enable cryptocurrency transactions across the European Economic Area could strengthen PayPal's transition to a commerce-focused platform, enhancing its market position amidst trade tensions. Partnerships with major athletic conferences and fast-food chains may further reinforce PayPal's service offerings, driving transaction volumes and deepening merchant relationships. These developments align with PayPal's strategic shift towards value-added services, potentially enhancing revenue growth and supporting improved earnings forecasts. The smart wallet and Venmo expansion initiatives reinforce PayPal's positioning in the digital payments landscape, contributing to analyst expectations of increased engagement and transaction frequency. Considering PayPal's year-over-year total shareholder return of 18.01%, the latest quarterly share price increase builds on a strong existing performance. Over the longer term, PayPal's shares have recorded gains, reflecting consistent growth efforts. In comparison to the broader market and the US Diversified Financial industry, PayPal's return exceeded the market's 11.4% increase over the past year. However, its recent growth rate of 4.8% remains below the industry average of 8.5%. With an analyst consensus price target of US$82.32, PayPal's current price of US$68.05 illustrates a 17.3% potential upside, suggesting that market participants might anticipate continued favorable developments. Revenue is projected to grow to US$37.7 billion by 2028, while anticipated earnings of US$5.5 billion indicate a long-term trajectory that would support a higher valuation. Despite potential risks from competition and regulatory changes, the ongoing strategic initiatives underpin revenue and earning prospects, which could help align PayPal's stock price more closely with analyst expectations in the coming years. Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of PayPal Holdings stock in this financial health report. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include NasdaqGS:PYPL. This article was originally published by Simply Wall St. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team@
