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Sweet Chili Sauce

Sweet chili sauce is a condiment typically made from sugar, chili peppers, vinegar, garlic, and sometimes starch for thickening. It is sweet, tangy, and mildly spicy, but is generally not a significant source of nutrients.

Beneficial properties

flavor-enhancing condiment contains chili peppers contains garlic low in fat

Nutritional highlights

Sweet chili sauce is usually highest in added sugars and sodium, with small amounts of capsaicin-related compounds from chili peppers and negligible amounts of most vitamins and minerals.

Caution. Often high in added sugar and sodium; some varieties may trigger reflux or digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals.

Conditions it helps with

Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Heartburn / GERD
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Heartburn & Reflux
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
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