Is Special Edition Organic Protein Bar GERD Friendly?

No. This product is not GERD friendly free as it lists 3 ingredients that contain GERD friendly.

Why it's not GERD friendly

  • chocolate
  • cocoa butter
  • dark chocolate

chocolate

Dietitian note

Chocolate, especially dark chocolate, can be a trigger for GERD symptoms. Caffeine and Theobromine, both found in chocolate, can relax the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). This muscle acts as a barrier between the esophagus and stomach. When relaxed, it allows stomach acid to flow back up into the esophagus, causing heartburn. The high fat content in chocolate can also contribute to GERD symptoms by slowing down digestion and relaxing the LES.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

Protein Blend* (brown Rice Protein*, Pumpkin Seed Protein*), Tapioca Fiber*, Dark Chocolate* (chocolate*, Cane Sugar*, Cocoa Butter*), Sunflower Seed Butter* (roasted Sunflower Seeds*, Sunflower Oil*), Cashew Butter* (roasted Cashews*, Sunflower Oil*), Vegetable Glycerin*, Tapioca Syrup*, Macadamia Nuts, Coconut Flakes*, Natural Flavor*, Brown Sugar*, Sea Salt, Vanilla Extract*, Sunflower Lecithin*, Ponova® Oil (edible Pongamia Oil) Contains Tree Nuts (Cashews, Coconut and Macadamias)

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About this product

Protein Bar · Bar

Flavor
NuttyChocolatey
Texture
ChewyDense
Commonly used for
On The GoSnackingBreakfast