Is Colway Balsamic Salad Dressing Alpha-Gal Friendly?

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

Description

Balanced sweet-tangy flavor with a smooth, slightly viscous texture suitable for drizzling. Commonly used on mixed greens, roasted vegetables, grilled proteins, and as a marinade or finishing glaze. Reviewers frequently cite consistent taste and versatility; some note personal preferences for sweetness or comments about packaging and pour consistency and texture.

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Dietitian note

Although not derived from mammals, carrageenan (extracted from red algae) contains alpha-gal.

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Ingredients

Water, Balsamic Vinegar (18%) [wine Vinegar, Grape Must, Colour (150d), Preservative (220)], Sugar, Lemon Juice Concentrate [contains Preservative (223)], Vinegar, Salt, Thickeners [440, 415 (from Soy), 407, 410, 341, 508, 332], Crushed Garlic [contains Acidity Regulator (330)], Acidity Regulator (332), Red Capsicum, Dried Parsley (0.05%). Contains: Sulphites And Soy.

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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.