Is Candy Shaq-a-licious XL Gummies GERD Friendly?

Description
Extra large gummy candies deliver bold fruit forward flavors and a dense, chewy texture; consumers commonly use them for snacking, party bowls, movie nights, and gifting widely. Reviews often praise generous size and intense taste, while some note sticky hands, lingering aftertaste, and portions that are larger than expected overall.
Why it's not GERD friendly
- citric acid
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
Extra large gummy candies deliver bold fruit forward flavors and a dense, chewy texture; consumers commonly use them for snacking, party bowls, movie nights, and gifting widely. Reviews often praise generous size and intense taste, while some note sticky hands, lingering aftertaste, and portions that are larger than expected overall.
Ingredients
Sugar, Corn Syrup, Modified Cornstarch, Contains 2% Or Less Of: Citric Acid, Natural & Artificial Flavor, Sodium Citrate, Mineral Oil, Artificial Color (red 40, Blue 1, Yellow 6, Yellow 5), Carnauba Wax.
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