Is 45% Cocoa Dark Milk Chocolate GERD Friendly?

No. This product is not GERD friendly free as it lists 3 ingredients that contain GERD friendly and 2 ingredients contain GERD friendly depending on the source.

Why it's not GERD friendly

  • cocoa solids 45% minimum
  • cocoa butter
  • cocoa mass
  • milk solids 20% minimum
  • whole milk powder

cocoa solids 45% minimum

Dietitian note

Cocoa contains compounds that can relax the lower esophageal sphincter, making it easier for stomach acid to reflux. It also stimulates the production of stomach acid, further contributing to heartburn and GERD symptoms. Additionally, cocoa's caffeine and theobromine content can exacerbate reflux by increasing stomach acidity and relaxing the LES.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

Cane Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Whole Milk Powder, Cocoa Butter, Flavouring. Milk solids 20% minimum. Cocoa solids 45% minimum.

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About this product

Candy · Bar

Flavor
SweetBitterRich
Texture
Creamy
Commonly used for
SnackingBakingTopping