No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 2 ingredients that do not comply and 5 ingredients that may not comply.

Is Exceptional by ASDA Mini Fruit Cake 150g Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 2 ingredients that do not comply and 5 ingredients that may not comply.
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Ingredients

Raisins (16%), Sultanas (16%), Marzipan (12%) [Sugar, Almonds (Nut), Glucose Syrup, Water, Invert Sugar Syrup, Preservative (Potassium Sorbate)], Icing (12%) [Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Water, Palm Oil, Humectant (Glycerol), Stabiliser (Xanthan Gum), Preservative (Potassium Sorbate)], Glacé Cherries (8%) [Cherries, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Sugar, Colour (Anthocyanins), Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid)], Fortified Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Folic Acid, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin], Brandy (6%), Pasteurised Whole Egg, Unsalted Butter (Milk), Sugar, Golden Syrup, Citrus Peel (1%) [Orange Peel, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Lemon Peel, Sugar, Preservative (Potassium Sorbate), Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid)], Almonds (Nut), Concentrated Raisin Juice, Walnuts, Glucose Syrup, Molasses, Barley Malt Extract, Salt, Cassia (Cinnamon), Nutmeg, Stabiliser (Xanthan Gum), Palm Oil, Emulsifiers (Acacia Gum, Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose), Humectant (Glycerol), Colours (Iron Oxides and Hydroxides, Riboflavin)

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

Snack · Slice

Flavor
FruitySweet
Texture
Dense
Commonly used for
SnackingBreakfast
Alpha-Gal Friendly? Exceptional by ASDA Mini Fruit Cake 150g | Spoonful