Is CHUNK LIGHT TUNA SALAD Alpha-Gal Friendly?

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

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • skim milk
  • natural flavor

skim 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

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Ingredients

SKIPJACK TUNA, WATER, WHOLE GRAIN MUSTARD [WATER, MUSTARD SEEDS, DISTILLED VINEGAR, SALT, CITRIC ACID (ACIDITY REGULATOR), NATURAL FLAVOR, POTASSIUM METABISULPHITE, SPICE], MAYONNAISE (SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, EGG YOLK POWDER, VINEGAR), SUGAR, MODIFIED CORN STARCH & XANTHAN GUM (THICKENERS), SALT, SKIM MILK.

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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

Spread · Spreadable

Flavor
SavorySaltyTangyVinegary
Texture
CreamyChunky
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