Is Chocolate GERD Friendly?

No. This product is not GERD friendly free as it lists 2 ingredients that contain GERD friendly.

Why it's not GERD friendly

  • chocolate flavor
  • cocoa powder

chocolate flavor

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

Grass-Fed Whey Protein Concentrate, Grass-Fed Collagen, Organic Pea Protein, Organic Pumpkin Protein., Maple Sugar, Butter Powder, Organic Moringa Leaf Powder, Organic Broccoli Powder, Organic Carrot Powder, Lucuma, Himalayan Sea Salt., Soluble Tapioca Fiber, Digestive Enzyme Blend (DigeSEB®) Amylase, Protease, Lipase, Lactase, Cellulase, Cocoa Powder, Chocolate Flavor, Luo Han Guo (Monk Fruit) Extract

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About this product

Supplement · Powder

Flavor
ChocolateySweet
Texture
Powdery
Commonly used for
DrinkingMeal PrepSmoothie