Is Furniss Of Cornwall Original West Country Cheddar Biscuits Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 8 ingredients that do not comply.

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Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

lactose
cheddar
whey powder
cheese powders, including davidstow
cheese powder
cheese powders
west country mature cheddar cheese
butter

lactose

Dietitian note

Lactose (sometimes referred to as saccharum lactin) is a type of sugar found naturally in the milk of most mammals, and thus contains alpha-gal.

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Ingredients

rice flour, wheat flour, rolled oats, butter, west country mature cheddar cheese, cheese powders, sugar, fat blend (vegetable fats, vegetable oils, water, lemon juice), cornish sea salt, raising agent: ammonium bicarbonate, black pepper, cheese powder contains: cheese powders, including davidstow(r) cheddar), whey powder, yeast extract powder, onion powder, lactose, salt, flavourings, natural colour: paprika

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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.