i hadn't been to a trader joes in a long time cause there was a costco so close to me where i used to live. but since moving i've had to decide between the regular markets...ralphs, albertsons, gelsons, vons, etc. then i drove by a trader joes and stopped in... well i ended up spending about $150 and got as much shit or more than i would have got at costco, and its all bodybuilding friendly....lots of fiber, protein, minimal sugar...everything tastes fucking awesome and it was also cheap as shit. this store is amazing. some examples.
32 oz nonfat plain yogurt, 2.49
32 oz nonfat cottage cheese 3.49
homemade chicken burritos (2) 3.29
chicken enchiladas (2) 1.49 (unreal price)
chicken stirfry (chicken and vegetables) 3.69
flax/fiber cereal 2.50
iced green/white tea (no sugar or sweeteners) 1 gallon 3.00
frozen pizza with everthing on it 3.99
the meat and produce prices arent as good as costco but for everything ready made its unbeatable. i highly recommend it.