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GREEN
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Direct answer: Lettuce receives a GREEN result in this DietVox Acid Reflux comparison. The scope is plain raw, steamed, boiled or otherwise simply prepared Lettuce, not every possible product or recipe. Personal food and drink triggers can differ. NIDDK guidance on eating, diet and GERD frames the wider advice.
How this food was assessed
Product and recipe details define the scope. Fried, creamed, pickled, dressed, sauced and blended preparations change the complete dish. Include oils, dressings and sauces in the serving being assessed.
Product and preparation notes
- DietVox catalogues Lettuce in the vegetables category, with the subtype “Leafy Green”.
- For disambiguation, the catalogue uses Lactuca sativa.
- For this profile, the exact imported record is FDC ID 169249 from USDA FoodData Central. Labels remain preferable for branded foods.
DietVox rating snapshot
Across DietVox, the same food is GREEN for Acid Reflux, GREEN for Low Sugar, GREEN for Weight Loss and GREEN for Balanced Eating. The four outputs are not interchangeable. These are DietVox comparison labels, not physiological claims. Protocol context: NIDDK guidance on eating, diet and GERD.
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Source scope and editorial status
DietVox Editorial checked NIDDK guidance on eating, diet and GERD and USDA FoodData Central on 28 July 2026. No medical reviewer has reviewed this article. Product, portion and protocol scope remain explicit.
Nutrition data provenance: DietVox matched the imported per-100g profile to USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 169249, Lettuce, green leaf, raw. Checked 28 July 2026.
How It Works
Lettuce is scored within the DietVox Acid Reflux framework. The page does not claim a unique physiological effect; NIDDK guidance on eating, diet and GERD provides the surrounding advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which type of lettuce is best for acid reflux?
There is not enough GERD-specific evidence to name one lettuce variety as best. NIDDK does not list lettuce among its common food and drink links, but it also emphasises that triggers differ by person; choose the variety and portion you tolerate. NIDDK
Can a lettuce salad trigger my GERD?
A salad response can depend on the full recipe, not lettuce alone. NIDDK lists acidic foods such as citrus and tomatoes, spicy foods and higher-fat foods among common symptom links; it does not list onion or garlic. Use your own symptoms to decide which ingredients and portions work for you. NIDDK
Does lettuce help neutralize stomach acid?
There is no good evidence that lettuce neutralises stomach acid or treats GERD. It can be part of a meal if you tolerate it, but food choices do not replace assessment or treatment for persistent reflux.
I feel bloated after eating lettuce. Is this related to GERD?
Bloating after lettuce can have several causes and does not by itself identify GERD. Record the portion and accompanying ingredients, and seek clinical advice if bloating is persistent, severe or accompanied by other concerning symptoms.
