Is Dark Cooking Chocolate GERD Friendly?

No. This product is not GERD friendly free as it lists 3 ingredients that contain GERD friendly and 1 ingredient contain GERD friendly depending on the source.

Why it's not GERD friendly

  • cocoa solids 54% minimum
  • cocoa butter
  • cocoa mass
  • milk

cocoa solids 54% 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

cocoa butter
cocoa mass
milk

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Ingredients

Cocoa Mass, Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Whey Powder (Milk), Emulsifier: Soya Lecithin; Vanilla Extract. COCOA SOLIDS 54% MINIMUM. Contains Milk. May also contain peanuts, nuts, and gluten sources.

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About this product

Unknown · Bar

Flavor
ChocolateyBitterRich
Texture
Hard
Commonly used for
BakingCookingSnackingGarnishing