Is Discoveries Harissa Bloom Mature Cheddar 170g Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 3 ingredients that do not comply.

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • cows' milk
  • mature cheddar cheese
  • vintage cheddar cheese

cows' milk

Dietitian note

Cattle and calf refer to "cow", which contains mammalian meat.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

Vintage Cheddar Cheese (Cows' Milk ), Mature Cheddar Cheese (Cows' Milk ), Harissa Seasoning (5%) (Ground Mixed Spices [Garlic, Smoked Paprika, Cumin, Cayenne Chilli, Caraway], Demerara Sugar, Tomato Powder, Sugar, Mixed Rubbed Herbs, Yeast Extract Powder, Guar Gum, Salt, Anti-Caking Agent: Silicon Dioxide, Rapeseed Oil), Red Pepper Granules

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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

Cheese · Piece

Flavor
SavorySpicyNutty
Texture
Hard
Commonly used for
SandwichSnacking