Is Pasta Sauce, Thick & Zesty Original 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

  • citric acid
  • garlic
  • crushed tomatoes

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

Tangy, savory sauce with a thick, hearty texture commonly used to dress pasta, layer lasagnas, or serve as a dipping accompaniment. Reviewers note consistent thickness, bold flavor, and convenience; many appreciate its versatility while others report mixed opinions on intensity and seasoning balance across batches, nationwide and on review sites.

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Ingredients

CRUSHED TOMATOES, WATER, SUGAR/GLUCOSE-FRUCTOSE, SALT, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, VEGETABLES (DRIED ONIONS, GARLIC, PARSLEY AND BASIL), VEGETABLE OIL (CANOLA OR SOYBEAN), CITRIC ACID, SPICES.

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Where to buy

Pasta Sauce, Thick & Zesty Original is available at 2 retailers

LoblawsReal Canadian Superstore

About this product

Pasta Sauce · Bottle

Flavor
SavoryHerbaceousGarlicky
Texture
ChunkyThick
Commonly used for
CookingToppingMeal PrepDipping