Is Vega Protein Snack Bar Chocolate Caramel -- 4 Bars GERD Friendly?

No. This product is not GERD friendly free as it lists 2 ingredients that contain GERD friendly.

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Why it's not GERD friendly

chocolate liquor
cocoa powder

chocolate liquor

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.

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Ingredients

Pea Protein Crisps (Pea Protein, Rice Starch), Organic Brown Rice Syrup, Organic Tapioca Syrup, Almonds, Almond Butter, Brown Rice Protein, Organic Sugar, Inulin (From Chicory Root), Pea Protein, Organic Agave Syrup, Organic Date Paste, Cocoa Powder (Processed With Alkali), Palm Kernel Oil, Chocolate Liquor, Sacha Inchi Oil, Brown Rice Crisps, Cocoa Powder, Organic Tapioca Solids, Organic Buckwheat, Natural Flavor, Sunflower Lecithin, Chia Seeds, Sea Salt, Hemp Seeds, Organic Vanilla Extract, Contains Almonds, Manufactured In A Facility That Also Processes Peanuts, Dairy, Soy, Egg And Other Tree Nuts, May Contain Nut Shell Pieces

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Low FODMAPNo

No. This product is not low FODMAP as it lists 4 ingredients that are likely high FODMAP at 1 serving and 8 ingredients that could be moderate or high FODMAP depending on source or serving size.

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Dairy FreeYes

Yes! This product is certified vegan by Vegan.org, making it suitable for dairy free eaters as well.

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