Is Philadelphia Light Soft Cheese 280g GERD Friendly?

Description
Mild, subtly tangy flavor with a smooth, creamy texture that spreads easily at room temperature. Commonly used on bagels, toast, sandwiches, in dips and baking. Customer reviews highlight consistent spreadability and convenience, noting its mellow taste compared with fuller versions and occasional comments about softer, more aerated texture in tubs.
Why it's not GERD friendly
- citric acid
- medium fat soft cheese
citric acid
Dietitian noteCitric 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
Mild, subtly tangy flavor with a smooth, creamy texture that spreads easily at room temperature. Commonly used on bagels, toast, sandwiches, in dips and baking. Customer reviews highlight consistent spreadability and convenience, noting its mellow taste compared with fuller versions and occasional comments about softer, more aerated texture in tubs.
Ingredients
Medium fat soft CHEESE, salt, stabilisers (guar gum, carrageenan), acid (citric acid)
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Cheese · Spreadable


