Is Melinda's Mexicana Hot Sauce GERD Friendly?

This product may or may not be GERD friendly free as it lists 6 ingredients that could contain GERD friendly depending on the source. We recommend contacting the manufacturer directly to confirm.

Why it's a maybe for GERD friendly

  • ground black pepper
  • garlic powder
  • habanero pepper mash
  • white vinegar
  • +2 more

ground black pepper

Dietitian note

Spicy foods, including those with pepper, can irritate the lining of the esophagus and trigger heartburn and acid reflux. The capsaicin in peppers can stimulate the production of stomach acid and relax the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), allowing stomach acid to flow back into the esophagus

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

Cayenne Pepper Mash (water, Cayenne Pepper), White Vinegar, Salt, Paprika, Habanero Pepper Mash, Xanthan Gum, Garlic Powder, Cumin Powder, Ground Black Pepper.

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About this product

Sauce · Bottle

Flavor
SpicyGarlickySavory
Texture
Liquid
Commonly used for
DippingGarnishingTopping