Is Trader Joe's Organic Tomatoes Tomato Paste GERD Friendly?

Description
Dense, concentrated tomato flavor with a smooth, thick texture; commonly stirred into sauces, soups, stews, and braises to deepen savory profiles. Reviewers note consistent quality, convenient jar packaging, and strong flavor useful as a base or finishing boost, though some mention the intensity may require cautious use in small quantities.
Why it's not GERD friendly
- citric acid
- organic tomato paste
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
Dense, concentrated tomato flavor with a smooth, thick texture; commonly stirred into sauces, soups, stews, and braises to deepen savory profiles. Reviewers note consistent quality, convenient jar packaging, and strong flavor useful as a base or finishing boost, though some mention the intensity may require cautious use in small quantities.
Ingredients
Organic tomato paste, citric acid (acidity regulator).
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