I lost 40 pounds. Here are 12 Costco products that helped me lose the weight and keep it off.

Also known as shirataki noodles, Miracle Noodles are made of konjac plant flour.

I use them instead of wheat noodles to switch things up from time to time. It's a great way to balance out a heavy carb day.

The box comes with six individually wrapped bags of noodles, which are great for a quick meal.

I'm a huge snacker, so instead of trying to eliminate that from my lifestyle, I found some healthier alternatives to standard potato chips.

The Barnana plantain chips are salty, crunchy, and delicious.

I love munching on a handful of pumpkin seeds in the afternoon when my cravings kick in.

They're an amazing snack to eat alone or on top of oatmeal, salad, or rice.

They're also loaded with so many benefits, including magnesium and plant-based omega-3 fatty acids.

The Good Foods avocado mash singles are so versatile.

They're individually packaged, so they're great for on the go.

I love using them for avocado toast or alongside my eggs in the morning. They're also a perfect dip for your favorite tortilla chips or veggie sticks.

Siete tortilla chips are made with stellar ingredients — just cassava flour, avocado oil, coconut flour, chia seed, and salt.

They're delicious with guacamole or salsa.

I used to eat gummies almost every day, especially right after lunchtime, but they were loaded with a lot of junk.

The Pure layered fruit bars are a great alternative. They have a great chewy texture and are made with simple ingredients.

The box comes with six pouches, and they're ready in just over a minute. 

The quinoa and brown rice makes for the perfect side dish at dinner or lunch. It's also great mixed into a salad bowl.

I love sweet snacks, and I reach for dried mango instead of candy when my sweet-tooth cravings kick in.

They're so delicious and chewy, and the giant bag lasts me a while. Best of all, the only ingredient is mangoes.

I've noticed that a lot of salsas are packed with sugar and additives — but Mateo's isn't.

Best of all, it tastes great. It has a restaurant-style consistency.

The Kirkland-brand roasted seaweed comes in individual packages of 10 strips, making it another great on-the-go snack.

You can eat them alone, stacked on top of crackers, or over rice with tuna or salmon (think Emily Mariko's TikTok-famous salmon rice bowl).

If you get chocolate cravings, dark-chocolate coconut clusters are perfect.

They have a chocolaty, crunchy granola texture, and they're loaded with pumpkin and sunflower seeds.

I like putting them in the refrigerator for a nice cold treat.

I used to get a drink at Starbucks almost every day. Now I mostly make my own at home where I can control the syrups and milk.

Costco carries a 2 1/2 pound bag of Starbucks' winter blend for only $15.99.

And lastly, keep in mind that none of the foods on the list are "good" or "bad," they're just what helped me lose weight.

I'm not a medical expert — and you should always consult your doctor before drastically changing your diet.