Is Equate High Performance Protein Shake, Chocolate, 44 Oz, 4 Ct Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 5 ingredients that do not comply and 11 ingredients that may not comply.

Description

Chocolate-flavored shake offers a smooth, creamy texture with occasionally reported chalkiness; users commonly consume it as a convenient on-the-go beverage, meal-replacement, or post-workout supplement. Reviewers note consistent flavor, easy mixing, and value packaging, while some cite sweetness levels and powdery mouthfeel as minor drawbacks and suitability for quick recovery routines.

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Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

carrageenan
whey protein concentrate
calcium caseinate
milk protein isolate
milk protein concentrate
vitamin d3
cholecalciferol
vitamin b12
biotin
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carrageenan

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

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Ingredients

Water, Milk Protein Concentrate, Milk Protein Isolate, Cocoa (Processed With Alkali), High Oleic Sunflower Oil, Natural And Artificial Flavor, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Phosphate, Oligofructose Enriched Inulin, Mono- And Diglycerides, Salt, Cellulose Gel, Calcium Caseinate, Whey Protein Concentrate, Carrageenan, Sucralose, Potassium Hydroxide, Acesulfame Potassium, Vitamins & Minerals: Dimagnesium Phosphate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Dl-alpha Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Ferric Orthophosphate, Zinc Gluconate, D-calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Manganese Sulfate, Thiamine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B1), Maltodextrin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin A Palmitate, Chromium Chloride, Folic Acid, Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Biotin, Sodium Molybdenum, Sodium Selenite, Phytonadione (Vitamin K1), Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12), Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3), Sodium Ascorbate

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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 FreeNo

No. This product is not dairy free as it lists 4 ingredients that contain dairy.

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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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