Is Banza Plant-Based Mac With Chickpea Pasta GERD Friendly?

Description
Offers a mild, slightly nutty flavor and a firm, al dente texture that holds sauces well. Commonly used for quick stovetop mac-and-cheese, baked casseroles, or lunch bowls; reviewers note reliable bite, tendency to become soft if overcooked, and consistent sauce adhesion. Widely considered kid-friendly and convenient for weeknight dinners overall.
Why it's not GERD friendly
- citric acid
- garlic
citric acid
Dietitian noteCitric acid, a common food additive, is a known GERD trigger due to its high acidity, which can directly irritate the esophagus. It can also weaken the lower esophageal sphincter, allowing stomach acid to flow back up and cause heartburn. Furthermore, even small amounts of citric acid can significantly increase stomach acid production, worsening reflux symptoms.
Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts
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Description
Offers a mild, slightly nutty flavor and a firm, al dente texture that holds sauces well. Commonly used for quick stovetop mac-and-cheese, baked casseroles, or lunch bowls; reviewers note reliable bite, tendency to become soft if overcooked, and consistent sauce adhesion. Widely considered kid-friendly and convenient for weeknight dinners overall.
Ingredients
Chickpea Pasta: Chickpeas, Pea Starch, Tapioca, Xanthan Gum. Vegan Cheese: Parsnip, Coconut Oil Powder (Coconut Oil, High Oleic Sunflower Oil, Gum Acacia), Sea Salt, Nutritional Yeast, Potato, Organic Natural Flavor, Tapioca, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Xanthan Gum, Onion, Garlic.
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Often paired with GERD Friendly
No. This product is not low FODMAP as it lists 2 ingredients that are likely high FODMAP at 1 serving and 2 ingredients that could be moderate or high FODMAP depending on source or serving size.
Details →Yes! We believe this product is dairy free as there are no dairy ingredients listed on the label.
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Pasta · Dried


