Is Black Swan Crafted Basil With Cashew & Parmesan Dip Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 5 ingredients that do not comply.

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • from milk
  • whey powder
  • parmesan cheese 66
  • milk
  • parmesan cheese blend 14

from milk

Dietitian note

Milk (dairy) is a nutrient-rich liquid food produced by mammals and thus contains alpha-gal.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

whey powder
parmesan cheese 66
milk

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Ingredients

Vegetable Oil, Basil Puree 21% (Basil 98%, Acidity Regulator (330), Vegetable Oil, Thickener (415), Sugar), Cashews 20%, Parmesan Cheese Blend 14% (Parmesan Cheese 66% (Milk, Salt, Culture, Enzymes), Tapioca Starch, Whey Powder (from Milk), Preservative (200)), Water, Sugar, Salt, Acidity Regulators (270, 260), Garlic Puree, Thickener (415), Colour (141i), Preservatives (211, 202).

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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

Dip · Spreadable

Flavor
HerbaceousNuttySavoryGarlicky
Texture
Creamy
Commonly used for
DippingSnackingGarnishing