Is 365 Whole Foods Market Organic White and Red Quinoa Blend Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that do not comply.

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • milk

milk

Dietitian note

Milk (dairy) is a nutrient-rich liquid food produced by mammals and thus contains alpha-gal.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

This blend offers a mild nutty flavor with a subtle earthiness and bright notes, yielding tender yet slightly chewy pearls when cooked; people commonly use it as a base for salads, warm bowls, pilafs, and side dishes. Reviewers praise easy preparation and versatility, while some note occasional inconsistent cooking results.

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Ingredients

Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Cooked Organic White Quinoa, Cooked Organic Red Quinoa, Organic Sunflower Seed Oil, Salt. May contain Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Milk, Soy, and Sesame.

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What is a Alpha-Gal Friendly diet?

An Alpha-Gal diet eliminates mammalian meat and products containing mammalian-derived ingredients to prevent allergic reactions in people with alpha-gal syndrome. This includes beef, pork, lamb, dairy products, gelatin, and certain medications derived from mammals. The condition involves a specific sugar molecule found in most mammals, often triggered after a tick bite. People may experience delayed allergic reactions 3-6 hours after consuming trigger foods. The diet focuses on safe alternatives like poultry, fish, and plant-based proteins. When followed carefully, often with guidance from an allergist or dietitian, it can prevent serious reactions while maintaining adequate nutrition.

About this product

Grain · Pouch

Flavor
NuttyEarthyMild
Texture
FluffyChewy
Commonly used for
CookingSide DishSaladMeal Prep