Is Black Bear Functional B12 Beverage Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 4 ingredients that may not comply.

Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

  • riboflavin 5-phosphate
  • vitamin b12
  • riboflavin
  • natural strawberry lemon flavor

riboflavin 5-phosphate

Dietitian note

Riboflavin, also known as vitamin B2 and lactoflavin, can be derived from many sources, including plants, dairy, eggs, fish and meat. 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

Purified Carbonated Water, Vegetable Glycerin (palm derived), Trehalose (source of added sugar), Xylitol, Natural Strawberry Lemon Flavor, Malic Acid, D-Ribose, Preservatives (Rosemary Leaf Extract and Potassium Sorbate), Oolong Tea Extract, Trace Minerals Blend, Bitter Orange Fruit Extract, Blueberry Fruit extract, Vitamin B6, Niacin, Vitamin B12 (Hydroxocobalamin and Adenosylcobalamin), Molybdenum (citrate), riboflavin (citrate), Riboflavin 5-phosphate.

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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

Beverage · Liquid

Flavor
FruityCitrusSweetTart
Texture
Carbonated
Commonly used for
DrinkingOn The Go