Is Hunt's® Tomato Sauce GERD Friendly?

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

Why it's not GERD friendly

  • citric acid
  • garlic powder
  • tomato paste
  • tomato puree

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

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Ingredients

Tomato Puree (Water, Tomato Paste), Water, Less than 2% of: Salt, Onion Powder, Citric Acid, Garlic Powder, Red Pepper.

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Where to buy

Hunt's® Tomato Sauce is available at 4 retailers

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About this product

Sauce · Can

Flavor
GarlickySavorySaltyAcidic
Texture
Smooth
Commonly used for
CookingMeal PrepDipping