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Sriracha

Sriracha is a spicy chili sauce typically made from chili peppers, vinegar, garlic, sugar, and salt. It is used as a condiment and flavoring rather than a significant source of nutrition.

Beneficial properties

contains capsaicin low calorie flavoring adds heat and flavor may stimulate appetite

Nutritional highlights

Sriracha provides small amounts of sodium and trace amounts of vitamin C from chili peppers, but is not typically consumed in amounts that contribute meaningful nutrition.

Caution. Often high in sodium and can aggravate heartburn, acid reflux, gastritis, or ulcers in sensitive individuals.

Conditions it helps with

Heartburn / GERD
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Heartburn & Reflux
Includes: Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD), Heartburn and Acid Reflux
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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Stomach Ulcers & Gastritis
Includes: Gastritis, Ulcers (peptic)
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