Is Celestial Seasonings Caramel Apple Dream Caffeine-Free Herbal Tea Bags (18 Count) Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Description

A sweet, aromatic caramel-apple tea with smooth, lightly viscous mouthfeel and a mellow, rounded finish. Commonly enjoyed hot for evening relaxation or chilled over ice as a fall-flavored refresher; reviewers note pleasant aroma and sweetness, while some report it tastes overly sweet or slightly artificial and easy to steep quickly.

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Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

apple flavors with other natural flavors

apple flavors with other natural flavors

Dietitian note

Natural flavors can include both animal and plant sources and may contain alpha-gal if derived from mammals. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

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Ingredients

Cinnamon, Hibiscus, Natural Caramel And Apple Flavors With Other Natural Flavors, Orange Peel, Chamomile, Roasted Chicory, Ginger And Sea Salt

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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.