Didn't know Gatoraide had citric acid in it

TiredArtist

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Posted 7/27/2015 3:07 AM (GMT 0)

I'm still very new to acid reflux, but figured I'd share this mistake I made in case anyone else hadn't realized it. It turns out gatoraide is made with citric acid and at least for me was really bad for my reflux. I assumed it was just artificial flavoring of some kind and didn't give it much thought. Seems a bit silly now, but I won't be drinking it any more.

Peabs

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Posted 7/27/2015 1:37 PM (GMT 0)

Thank you for sharing. I don't drink Gatorade because a 32 oz bottle has well over 50 grams of sugar (actually worse than sugar because it's that fructose crap). It's also loaded with dyes and chemical additives that are not good for you. Aside from the citric acid, it's just not a healthy drink. It's also loaded with much more sodium than potassium.

Drinking filtered water is a better alternative and for many GERD sufferers, organic ginger tea helps with symptoms. Your mileage may vary though.

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