Is EMERGEN-C (SUPER ORANGE) - 30 PACKETS Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 12 ingredients that may not comply.

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Bright, tangy orange flavor dissolves into a lightly effervescent, smooth drink; sweetness and occasional artificial aftertaste are noted by some reviewers. Single‑serve packets offer convenient mixing with water at home, work, or while traveling. Reviewers commonly mention portability, quick preparation, and mixed opinions about sweetness intensity and ease of storage.

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Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

cysteine hydrochloride
glycine
aspartic acid
calcium pantothenate
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cysteine hydrochloride

Dietitian note

Sources of cysteine include eggs, meat, dairy products, and some cereals, though it is commercially produced from hair, feathers, or coal tar. L-Cysteine (also called e910) is a naturally occuring isomer of the cystein amino acid.

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Ingredients

Vitamin C, Ascorbic Acid, Zinc Ascorbate And Chromium Ascorbate, Thiamin (As Thiamine Hydrochloride), Riboflavin (As Riboflavin 5'-Phosphate Sodium), Niacin, Vitamin B6 (As Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 (As Cyanocobalamin), Pantothenic Acid (As Calcium Pantothenate), Calcium (As Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Phosphate And Calcium Pantothenate), Phosphorus As Potassium Phosphate, Calcium Phosphate And Sodium Phosphate, Magnesium (As Magnesium Hydroxide And Magnesium Carbonate), Zinc (As Zinc Ascorbate), Manganese (As Manganese Gluconate), Chromium (As Chromium Ascorbate), Sodium Bicarbonate And Monosodium Phosphate, Potassium Bicarbonate, Potassium Carbonate And Monopotassium Phosphate, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Quercetin, Fructose, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Orange Juice Powder, Natural Flavors, Tapioca Maltodextrin, Silica, Beta Carotene, Annatto Color, Glycine, Aspartic Acid, Tartaric Acid And Cysteine Hydrochloride

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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.

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Dairy FreeYes

Yes! We believe this product is dairy free as there are no dairy ingredients listed on the label.

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Gluten FreeMaybe

This product may or may not be gluten free as it lists 1 ingredient that could contain gluten depending on the source. We recommend contacting the manufacturer directly to confirm.

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