Is Chapstick Classic Lip Balm Original -- 0.15 oz Each / Pack of 3 Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that do not comply and 2 ingredients that may not comply.

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • lanolin
  • oleyl alcohol
  • skin protectant inactive arachidyl propionate

lanolin

Dietitian note

Animal product not typically used in food (more typically seen in medications, supplements, cosmetics and/or cleaning supplies). Likely contains alpha-gal byproducts.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

oleyl alcohol
skin protectant inactive arachidyl propionate

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Ingredients

Active Ingredients: White Petrolatum (45 %). Purpose: Skin Protectant Inactive Ingredients: Arachidyl Propionate, Camphor, Carnauba Wax, Cetyl Alcohol, Fragrance, Isopropyl Lanolate, Isopropyl Myristate, Lanolin, Light Mineral Oil, Octyldodecanol, Oleyl Alcohol, Paraffin, Phenyl Trimethicone, Red 6 lake, Titanium Dioxide, White Wax, Yellow 5 Lake

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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.

Where to buy

Chapstick Classic Lip Balm Original -- 0.15 oz Each / Pack of 3 is available at 2 retailers

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About this product

Unknown · Stick

Flavor
Neutral
Texture
WaxySmooth
Commonly used for
On The Go
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