Is Chocolate Chips, Milk Chocolate GERD Friendly?

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

Why it's not GERD friendly

  • unsweetened chocolate
  • cocoa butter
  • milk
  • milk chocolate

unsweetened chocolate

Dietitian note

Chocolate, especially dark chocolate, can be a trigger for GERD symptoms. Caffeine and Theobromine, both found in chocolate, can relax the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). This muscle acts as a barrier between the esophagus and stomach. When relaxed, it allows stomach acid to flow back up into the esophagus, causing heartburn. The high fat content in chocolate can also contribute to GERD symptoms by slowing down digestion and relaxing the LES.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

Milk Chocolate (Sugar, Milk , Cocoa Butter, Unsweetened Chocolate, Lecithin (Soy), Natural Flavour)

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Where to buy

Chocolate Chips, Milk Chocolate is available at 8 retailers

LoblawsReal Canadian SuperstoreZehrsYour Independent GrocerValuemartNo FrillsIndependent City MarketFortinos

About this product

Chips · Piece

Flavor
ChocolateySweet
Texture
Smooth
Commonly used for
BakingSnackingTopping