Is Trader Joe's Dairy Free Shredded Spicy Mexican Style Blend Cheese Alternative GERD Friendly?

This product may or may not be GERD friendly free as it lists 4 ingredients that could contain GERD friendly depending on the source. We recommend contacting the manufacturer directly to confirm.

Why it's a maybe for GERD friendly

  • ground cayenne chili pepper
  • dehydrated garlic
  • dried red jalapeno peppers
  • tomato granules

ground cayenne chili pepper

Dietitian note

Spicy foods, including those with pepper, can irritate the lining of the esophagus and trigger heartburn and acid reflux. The capsaicin in peppers can stimulate the production of stomach acid and relax the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), allowing stomach acid to flow back into the esophagus

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

Shredded Mexican-style blend offers a pronounced spicy kick and savory, tangy undertones, with a pliant, slightly elastic melt that browns and stretches modestly. Commonly used on tacos, nachos, quesadillas, burritos and casseroles. Reviewers note satisfying heat and convenience, while some mention occasional graininess or less creamy melt than traditional cheese.

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Ingredients

CALCIUM, WATER, COCONUT OIL, MODIFIED TAPIOCA STARCH, MODIFIED POTATO STARCH, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, POTATO STARCH, SEA SALT, DEXTROSE, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, SEASONING BLEND (SPICES, SALT, DRIED RED BELL PEPPER, BROWN SUGAR, TOMATO GRANULES, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, DEHYDRATED ONION, GLUCOSE SYRUP [CORN], SPICE EXTRACT), LENTIL PROTEIN, DRIED RED JALAPENO PEPPERS, NATURAL FLAVOR, OLIVE EXTRACT, GROUND CAYENNE CHILI PEPPER, CUMIN, PAPRIKA OLEORESIN (COLOR), BETA CAROTENE (COLOR).

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About this product

Cheese · Flake, Piece

Flavor
SpicySavoryTangy
Texture
GooeyCreamy
Commonly used for
ToppingCookingMeal Prep