Is Health Warrior Pumpkin Seed Bar Variety Pack GERD Friendly?

No. This product is not GERD friendly free as it lists 5 ingredients that contain GERD friendly.

Why it's not GERD friendly

  • organic roasted pumpkin seeds
  • organic cocoa extract
  • organic chocolate liquor
  • organic cocoa powder

organic roasted pumpkin seeds

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

Dark Chocolate: Organic Roasted Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Honey, Organic Chocolate Liquor:, Organic Cocoa Powder (processed With Alkali), Organic Cocoa Extract, Organic Vanilla Extract, Organic Quinoa Flour, Sea Salt, Organic Coconut Oil. Dark Chocolate Peanut: Organic Roasted Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Honey, Organic Roasted Peanuts, Organic Chocolate Liquor, Organic Cocoa Powder (processed With Alkali), Organic Cocoa Extract, Organic Peanut Oil, Organic Quinoa Flour, Sea Salt, Organic Coconut Oil. Honey Sea Salt: Organic Roasted Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Honey, Organic Quinoa Flour, Organic Coconut Oil, Sea Salt. Contains Coconut Ingredients. Contains Peanut And Coconut Ingredients. Contains Coconut Ingredients.

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About this product

Protein Bar · Bar

Flavor
ChocolateyNuttySweet
Texture
ChewyCrunchy
Commonly used for
SnackingOn The Go