Is Foster Farms Turkey Variety Pack - 12 Oz Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 2 ingredients that do not comply and 1 ingredient that may not comply.

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Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

carrageenan
turkey thigh meat
dextrose

carrageenan

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

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Ingredients

Smoked Turkey: White Turkey, Turkey Broth, Contains Less than 2% of Salt, Potassium Lactate, Sodium Lactate, Carrageenan, Sodium Phosphates, Sodium Diacetate, Sodium Nitrite. Turkey Ham: Turkey Thigh Meat, Water, Salt, Contains Less than 2% of Sugar, Potassium Lactate, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Diacetate, Sodium Erythorbate, Sodium Nitrite, Flavoring. Turkey Bologna: Mechanically Separated Turkey, Water, Salt, Contains 2% or Less of Corn Syrup Solids, Dextrose, Potassium Lactate, Sodium Lactate, Spices, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Diacetate, Sodium Erythorbate, Paprika, Flavoring, Sodium Nitrite. Turkey Pastrami: Dark Turkey, Water, Contains Less than 2% of Salt, Potassium Lactate, Sodium Lactate, Dextrose, Sodium Phosphate, Spices, Sugar, Sodium Diacetate, Sodium Erythorbate, Flavorings, Sodium Nitrite.

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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! We believe this product is dairy free as there are no dairy ingredients listed on the label.

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Gluten FreeMaybe

This product may or may not be gluten free as it lists 1 ingredient that could contain gluten depending on the source. We recommend contacting the manufacturer directly to confirm.

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