Is Tesco Prawn Cocktail Stars GERD Friendly?

No. This product is not GERD friendly free as it lists 1 ingredient that contains GERD friendly and 2 ingredients could contain GERD friendly depending on the source.

Why it's not GERD friendly

  • citric acid
  • black pepper extract
  • tomato powder

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

black pepper extract
tomato powder

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Ingredients

Dried Potato, Vegetable Oil (rapeseed Oil, Sunflower Oil), Potato Starch, Rice Flour, Modified Potato Starch, Sugar, Salt, Flavouring, Dextrose Acid (citric Acid), Yeast Extract, Onion Powder, Tomato Powder, Colour (paprika Extract), Sweetener (sucralose), Black Pepper Extract.

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About this product

Snack · Dried, Piece

Flavor
SavorySaltySweetTangy
Texture
CrunchyDry
Commonly used for
SnackingOn The Go