Is Exceptional by ASDA Exceptional Festive Fig, Whisky & Spiced Honey Glazed Gammon Joint 1550g Alpha-Gal Friendly?

Ingredients

Honey with Chilli Extract and Whisky Cured Gammon Joint with added Water (87%) [Pork (84%), Water, Hot Honey [Honey, Birds Eye Chilli Extract, Guajillo Chilli Extract], Sea Salt, Demerara Sugar, Whisky, Pork Gelatine, Stabiliser (Triphosphates), Caramelised Sugar Syrup, Salt, Gelling Agent (Guar Gum), Figs, Antioxidant (Sodium Ascorbate), Preservative (Sodium Nitrite), Rosemary], Honey, Whisky and Fig Glaze Sachet (13%) [Water, Honey, Whisky, Brown Sugar, White Wine Vinegar, Figs, Maize Starch, Ginger Purée, Chilli Powder, Rice Flour]

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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