Is Emergen-C Elderberry Natural Flavor Gummies 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

  • citric acid
  • citric acid, fruit, vegetable juice concentrates

citric acid

Dietitian note

Citric 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

citric acid, fruit, vegetable juice concentrates

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Ingredients

Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Water. Contains <2% of: Citric Acid, Fruit and Vegetable Juice Concentrates (purple carrot and maqui berry) (color), Natural Flavors, Pectin, Sodium Citrate.

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About this product

Supplement · Candy Piece

Flavor
FruitySweet
Texture
Chewy
Commonly used for
SnackingOn The Go