Is Chocolate bar, Snickers Alpha-Gal Friendly?

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

Description

Snickers is a popular chocolate bar that contains peanuts, nougat, caramel, and chocolate. It is enjoyed by many people and is commonly found in restaurants and stores. The combination of these ingredients creates a delicious and satisfying treat. With its rich chocolate coating and the chewy combination of nougat, caramel, and peanuts, Snickers offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Its availability in various establishments makes it easily accessible to chocolate lovers everywhere.

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Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

milk
milkfat
skim milk
lactose
milk chocolate

milk

Dietitian note

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

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Ingredients

Milk Chocolate (Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Chocolate, Skim Milk, Lactose, Milkfat, Soy Lecithin, Artificial Flavor), Peanuts, Corn Syrup, Sugar, Palm Oil, Skim Milk, Lactose, Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Salt, Egg Whites, Artificial Flavor, Allergy Information: Contains Peanuts, Milk, Egg And Soy, May Contain Tree Nuts

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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.