Is Fruit jelly Alpha-Gal Friendly?

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

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

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Dietitian note

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

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

water, sugar, grape juice ingredients: water, sugar, mango juice ingredie 20%), trehalose, fructose powder, calling agents (410, 407), acidity regulations (332,300), grape flavour, vegetable extract (carrot, hibiscus), (208) de gelbe (20%), trehalose, fructose powder gelling agents (410, 407), acidity regulator (332, 300), mango flavaut fruit and vegetable extract (pumpkin apple), p

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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.

About this product

Jam · Spreadable

Flavor
FruitySweet
Texture
SoftGooey
Commonly used for
BreakfastSnackingToppingSandwich