Is MASHED POTATOES GERD Friendly?

No. This product is not GERD friendly free as it lists 1 ingredient that contains GERD friendly and 2 ingredients contain GERD friendly depending on the source.

Why it's not GERD friendly

  • sweet cream
  • black pepper
  • whole milk

sweet cream

Dietitian note

High-fat dairy products can relax the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), the muscle that separates the esophagus from the stomach. This can allow stomach acid to flow back into the esophagus, leading to heartburn.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

black pepper
whole milk

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Ingredients

POTATOES, WHOLE MILK, BUTTER (SWEET CREAM, SALT), SALT, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), MONO-AND DIGLYCERIDES, BLACK PEPPER.

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About this product

Side Dish · Pouch

Flavor
ButterySavorySalty
Texture
Creamy
Commonly used for
Side DishMeal Prep
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