No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 3 ingredients that do not comply.

Is Ghirardelli Chocolate Squares Raspberry Dark Chocolate Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 3 ingredients that do not comply.
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Dark chocolate squares feature deep dark bitterness balanced by a bright, tart fruit filling; a contrast of firm glossy exterior and smooth yielding center. Commonly eaten as a snack, paired with coffee or wine, or used as dessert garnish. Reviews note flavorful balance, premium texture, and occasional comments on price.

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Ingredients

Sugar, unsweetened chocolate, beet syrup, cocoa butter, palm oil, tapioca syrup, milk fat, water, raspberry powder, corn syrup, soy lecithin, fruit and vegetable juice (color), extracts of oregano, flaxseed, plum, and green tea (to preserve freshness), vanilla extract, agar. May contain milk and tree nuts.

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

Candy · Candy Piece

Flavor
ChocolateyFruityBitter
Texture
CreamySmooth
Commonly used for
SnackingDippingGarnishingTopping