5 Grocery Items You Should Never Buy From BJs

If you're a BJ's member, then you know that the wholesale store is the place to go for all your grocery needs. But with so many available options, it can be hard to know which items are worth buying.

That's why we've put together a list of five grocery items you should never buy at BJ's Wholesale. From produce to candy, we've got you covered! Keep reading for our top picks.

It takes time and practice to become a smart bulk shopper. You don't want to buy anything your family won't use up before it goes bad.

If you're a BJ's member, you know that there are plenty of benefits to shopping at a wholesale club. But if you're unsure whether a wholesale club is right for you, here are some reasons why shopping at BJ's can save you money.

First, BJ's has exclusive deals with top brands that you won't find anywhere else. Plus, their prices are always lower than department stores and other retail outlets. We share daily deals on our blog here to help you always get the best deal at BJ's Wholesale club.

And if that's not enough, BJ's also offers regular coupons and discounts that can help you save even more money. So if you're looking for affordable prices on quality merchandise, BJ's is the place to shop!

Specialty Produce Items

Produce in general at wholesale clubs can be a great deal when items are in season, but it's those speciality ones that get you.

Like garlic, if you don't use five cloves of garlic reasonably soon, it will go bad. You can read more about storing and keeping garlic here.

Mushrooms are another one I find if I can't use the whole big pack in my recipe from BJs, they go bad before I use them up.

Keep in mind how long you can preserve produce items realistically. Some of the things you can freeze and use for later if the price is right.

Spices

If you buy spices at wholesale clubs like BJs, YOU MUST crunch up the spice before you use it. Over time dried herbs will lose their punch, but you can help bring them back to life with a quick crunch.

Otherwise, stick to buying more little dry spices.

I find that if you only use a particular spice a few times throughout the year, Aldi is a great place to go for cheap spices.

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Cooking Oil

You can often find toasted sesame oil in bulk at a lower price per ounce than its un-toasted counterpart.

This oil is best used within six months of opening, so be sure to use it up before it starts to lose flavor.

A little goes a long way with toasted sesame oil, so don't be afraid to experiment with it in sweet and savory recipes.

If you don't open these big bottles, they will last long. But eventually, the contents inside will go bad. So it's best to enjoy them while they're still fresh!

Not sure how to tell if your cooking oil is bad? Read this.

Condiments

Mustard, Lemon Juice, Soy Sauce.

Most households go through the hug jug of Hellmann's mayonnaise-like we do. But there are some condiments you find yourself using minimally.

For example, Grey Poupon at BJs comes in a two pack. Each jar is 16 oz. That's a lot of mustard! So be sure you can finish up the first big jar.

Another item I try to avoid is Soy Sauce! I'll never use up a massive 64 oz—jar in time.

Lemon juice is another item to avoid. I found out that it's lost all its flavor by the time I go to use the second half of the bottle.

Stick to family staples, for example, maybe Ketchup, Mayo, and relish your family goes through in the summer months at BJs. For the other condiments, wait for a sale at your local grocery store.

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Candy

I say this as a lesson learned. I made a new rule this year no matter how low that bag of chocolate candy goes at BJs. I CAN NOT buy it.

The Hershey's Layer Crunch above- is dangerously delicious. But, I need to say no with my long winter months.

Last year, my $4 bag of Hershey's vanished way too soon. I was mortified that I stashed it away from the rest of the family and only had myself to blame.

If you can't control yourself like me, don't bother buying it. Skip the deal.

The M&M's are another dangerous one because you dip a whole handful right in.

Suppose you are going to BJ's to buy candy for an event, by all means. Yet wait for a BJs coupon to get the best deal. But this is one item to avoid if you want to keep it on hand because you think BJs has the best deal.

BJ’s Wholesale Club is a great place to stock up on household items, but there are some things you should avoid buying. We’ve highlighted the five worst things to buy at BJ’s, so you can save money and put it towards something better.

If you’re looking for great deals, check out our list of the best things to consistently buy at BJ's.

Warehouse clubs like BJ's Wholesale Club are the best way to save money on groceries and other household items. Not only do they accept manufacturer coupons, but they also offer deep discounts on merchandise compared to traditional stores.

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