Is Kroger® Classic Tomato Traditional Pasta Sauce GERD Friendly?

No. This product is not GERD friendly free as it lists 1 ingredient that contains GERD friendly and 8 ingredients contain GERD friendly depending on the source.

Why it's not GERD friendly

  • citric acid
  • white pepper
  • dried garlic
  • cultured pasteurized cow's milk
  • romano cheese made from cow's milk
  • +4 more

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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Description

Classic, savory flavor with a smooth, slightly thick texture and occasional small chunks; commonly used as a quick pasta sauce, pizza base, or casserole addition. Reviewers frequently note consistent taste, easy reheating, and reliable jar-to-jar quality, while some cite a preference for stronger seasoning or homemade alternatives and widely available.

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Ingredients

Crushed Tomatoes (Water, Crushed Tomato Concentrate), Tomato Puree (Water, Tomato Paste), Cane Sugar, Soybean Oil, Dried Onion, Salt, Olive Oil, Citric Acid, Romano Cheese Made From Cow's Milk (Cultured Pasteurized Cow's Milk, Salt, Enzymes, Sorbic Acid), Dried Garlic, Dried Basil, Dried Oregano, Celery Seed, White Pepper

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Where to buy

Kroger® Classic Tomato Traditional Pasta Sauce is available at 6 retailers

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About this product

Pasta Sauce · Bottle

Flavor
SavoryGarlickyHerbaceous
Texture
Chunky
Commonly used for
CookingToppingMeal Prep