Is Old El Paso™ Mexican Rice GERD Friendly?

No. This product is not GERD friendly free as it lists 2 ingredients that contain GERD friendly and 3 ingredients contain GERD friendly depending on the source.

Why it's not GERD friendly

  • dried ricotta cheese
  • onion powder
  • chili pepper
  • modified milk
  • tomato powder

dried ricotta cheese

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

onion powder
chili pepper
modified milk

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Description

Flavored rice with a savory, mildly spiced profile and fluffy, separate grains; commonly served alongside tacos, burritos, and grilled meats or used as a base for bowls and casseroles. Reviewers often note consistent convenience and reliable texture, praising quick preparation, while some mention occasional variability in seasoning and salt level.

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Ingredients

Long grain rice, maltodextrin, modified corn starch, onion powder, salt, tomato powder, dried red and green bell peppers, dried ricotta cheese (modified milk ingredients, lactic acid, salt), spices (contains chili pepper), high monounsaturated canola and/or soybean oil, yeast extract, dried chicken broth, natural and artificial flavour, silicon dioxide, sunflower oil, pea protein isolate, rice flour.

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Where to buy

Old El Paso™ Mexican Rice is available at 4 retailers

Grocery GatewayLoblawsMetroWalmart Ca

About this product

Rice · Dried

Flavor
SavorySpicyUmami
Texture
FluffySoft
Commonly used for
Side DishMeal PrepCooking