Is Trader Joe's Traditional Meatloaf GERD Friendly?

No. This product is not GERD friendly free as it lists 2 ingredients that contain GERD friendly and 10 ingredients contain GERD friendly depending on the source.

Why it's not GERD friendly

  • citric acid
  • ground beef
  • tomato ketchup topping
  • black pepper
  • garlic
  • dried garlic
  • +6 more

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

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Ingredients

Meatloaf (ground Beef, Tomato Ketchup [tomato Puree (tomatoes, Citric Acid), Sugar, Salt, Distilled Vinegar, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Ground Cloves], Breadcrumbs [unbleached Wheat Flour, Sugar, Salt, Yeast], Onions, Milk [vitamin D Added], Liquid Eggs [eggs, Citric Acid], Worcestershire Sauce [water, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Molasses, Spices, Dried Garlic, Natural Smoke Flavor, Natural Flavors, Onion], Garlic, Parsley, Salt, Italian Seasoning [oregano, Spices, Thyme, Sage], Black Pepper), Tomato Ketchup Topping (tomato Puree [tomatoes, Citric Acid], Sugar, Salt, Distilled Vinegar, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Ground Cloves). Contains Wheat, Milk, Eggs.

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About this product

Meat · Loaf

Flavor
SavoryMeatyUmami
Texture
DenseSoft
Commonly used for
Meal PrepSandwichCooking