Is Bettergoods Sweet Chili Puffed Shrimp Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 5 ingredients that may not comply.

Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

  • additives
  • dextrose
  • calcium carbonate
  • monocalcium phosphate
  • +1 more

additives

Dietitian note

Additives can come from either animal or plant sources and may contain alpha-gal if 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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Ingredients

Shrimp (unpeeled, Vannamei), Salt, Sweet Chili Marinade (modified Tapioca Starch, Sugar, Spices (chili, Garlic, Onion), Acidity Regulators (sodium Citrate, Citric Acid), Salt, Yeast Extract, Wheat Flour, Natural Colours (paprika Oleoresin, Paprika Extract), Flavouring (natural Garlic Flavour)), Coating (sunflower Oil, Wheat Flour, Water, Sugar, Corn Starch, Wheat Gluten, Spices (garlic, Onion, Chili), Salt, Corn Flour, Vinegar Powder, Raising Agents (sodium Bicarbonate, Disodium Pyrophosphate, Calcium Carbonate), Monocalcium Phosphate, Dextrose, Natural Colours (paprika Oleoresin, Paprika Extract), Turmeric Extract), Additives (sodium Citrate, Malic Acid, Citric Acid), Yeast Extract. Contains Wheat and Soy.

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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.