Is Equate Protein Shake Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 5 ingredients that do not comply and 7 ingredients that may not comply.

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • carrageenan
  • milk
  • calcium caseinate
  • milk protein isolate
  • milk protein concentrate
  • vitamin a palmitate
  • riboflavin
  • D-pantothenate
  • biotin
  • +3 more

carrageenan

Dietitian note

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

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

Water, Milk Protein Concentrate, Milk Protein Isolate. Contains 2% Or Less Of The Following: Cocoa (processed With Alkali), Sunflower Oil, Calcium Phosphate, Magnesium Phosphate, Dipotassium Phosphate, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Inulin, Mono- And Diglycerides, Salt, Tripotassium Phosphate, Calcium Caseinate, Protein Concentrate, Sodium Ascorbate, Carrageenan, Sucralose**, Cellulose Gum, Ferric Orthophosphate, Zinc Gluconate, Acesulfame Potassium**, Cholecalciferol, Biotin, Chromium Chloride, Copper Citrate, Cyanocobalamin, D-pantothenate, Di-alpha-tocopheryl Acetate, Folic Acid, Manganese Sulfate, Niacinamide, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Sodium Molybdate, Sodium Selenite, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin A Palmitate Contains 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

Beverage · Liquid

Flavor
ChocolateySweet
Texture
CreamySmooth
Commonly used for
DrinkingSmoothieMeal Prep