Is ASDA Mussels in Garlic Butter Sauce Alpha-Gal?
Ingredients
Mussels (Mytilus Spp.) (Mollusc) (88%), Garlic Butter Sauce (12%) [Unsalted Butter (Milk) (35%), Water, Diced Onions, Garlic Purée (7%), Roasted Garlic (7%), Maize Starch, White Wine, Parsley, White Pepper]
What is a Alpha-Gal 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.


