Is ASDA Mexican Style Smoky BBQ Fajita Kit Alpha-Gal Friendly?
Ingredients
Tortilla Wraps (66%) [Fortified Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin (B3), Thiamin (B1)], Water, Vegetable Oils [Palm Oil, Rapeseed Oil], Humectant (Glycerol), Acidity Regulators (Citric Acid, Malic Acid), Raising Agents (Sodium Carbonates, Diphosphates), Preservatives (Potassium Sorbate, Calcium Propionate), Stabiliser (Carboxy Methyl Cellulose), Emulsifier (Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids), Sugar], Salsa (27%) [Tomatoes, Water, Onions, Tomato Paste, Peppers [Green Peppers, Red Peppers], Sugar, Modified Maize Starch, Spirit Vinegar, Jalapeño Peppers [Jalapeño Peppers, Salt, Acetic Acid], Rapeseed Oil, Salt, Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid), Garlic Purée, Cumin Powder, Coriander Powder, Coriander Leaf, Black Peppercorns, Flavouring], Smoky Barbeque Seasoning [Maltodextrin, Sugar, Salt, Onion Powder, Spices [Black Pepper, Chilli Powder, Ginger], Citric Acid, Cornflour, Garlic Powder, Colour (Plain Caramel), Smoke Flavouring, Yeast Extract] .
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.


