Is Alpro Blueberry Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 3 ingredients that may not comply.

Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

  • fatty acid esters of ascorbic acid
  • vitamins b2 b12 d2 live cultures
  • blueberryc/ natural flavouring acidity regulators

fatty acid esters of ascorbic acid

Dietitian note

Fatty acid (also called e470, capryl, caprylic adi, lauric acid, myristic acid or palmitic acid) can come from animal or plant sources and may contain alpha-gal when derived from mammals. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

Blueberry-flavored yoghurt alternative presents bright berry flavour and gentle tartness, with a smooth, creamy yet slightly loose texture and occasional fruit pieces. Reviewers note authentic taste and versatile use—served with granola, stirred into smoothies, or spooned over desserts—while some mention occasional separation that affects texture for a few reviewers occasionally.

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Ingredients

Water Hulled soya beans (9.8%) Sugar Blueberry (5.7%) Calcium (Tri-calcium citrate) Stabiliser (Pectins) Black carrot¢ Carrot and blueberry¢ Natural flavouring Acidity regulators (Sodium citrates, Citric acid) Sea salt Antioxidants (Tocopherol-rich extract, Fatty acid esters of ascorbic acid) Vitamins B2 B12 D2 Live cultures (S. thermophilus, L. Bulgaricus). ¢Concentrates.

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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.

Reviews

Rating
5.0(1 review)

Yogurt

Really creamy and tasty- tastes like normal yogurt. Has extra vitamins and calcium in.

tasty
creamzMar 14, 2024

Where to buy

Alpro Blueberry is available at 4 retailers

AsdaMorrisonsOcadoTesco

About this product

Yogurt · Pouch

Flavor
FruitySweet
Texture
CreamySmoothThick
Commonly used for
BreakfastSnackingSmoothieOn The Go