Is Flapjacks Cherry & Coconut Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that may not comply.

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polyglycerol esters of fatty acids e475

polyglycerol esters of fatty acids e475

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Fatty acid (also called e470, capryl, caprylic adi, lauric acid, myristic acid or palmitic acid) can come from animal or plant sources and may contain alpha-gal when derived from mammals. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

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Ingredients

Oats (48%); Margarine (vegetable Oil (palm; Rapeseed); Water; Salt; Emulsifier (polyglycerol Esters Of Fatty Acids E475); Colours (curcumin E100; Annatto Bixin E160b(i)); Flavouring); Inverted Sugar Syrup; Cane Molasses; Glucose Syrup; Sugar; Red Candied Cherries (3.8%) (cherries; Glucose Fructose Syrup; Sugar; Acidity Regulator (citric Acid E330); Preservatives (potassium Sorbate E202; Sulphur Dioxide E220); Colour (erythrosine E127)), Desiccated Coconut (1.9%). Contains Oats and Sulphur Dioxide.

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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 FreeYes

Yes! The manufacturer claims that this product is dairy free.

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Gluten FreeMaybe

This product may or may not be gluten free as it lists 2 ingredients that could contain gluten depending on the source. We recommend contacting the manufacturer directly to confirm.

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