Is Fairtrade Cocoa Program Dark Chocolate Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that do not comply and 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Description

Rich, bittersweet flavor with deep, subtle roasted notes and moderate bitterness; smooth, glossy surface gives a clean snap and velvety melt. Commonly eaten as a straight snack, grated or chopped into baked goods, or melted for sauces and confections. Reviewers frequently note consistent intensity, mouthfeel, and occasional complaints about firmness.

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Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

milk
dextrose

milk

Dietitian note

Milk (dairy) is a nutrient-rich liquid food produced by mammals and thus contains alpha-gal.

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Ingredients

Chocolate Liquor, Cocoa Processed With Alkali, Cocoa Butter, Sugar, Soy Lecithin, Vanilla Powder( Vanilla Oleoresin, Sugar, Dextrose). Contains: Soy. May Contaions Tree Nuts, 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.