Is Goya, Maria Cookies Alpha-Gal Friendly?

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

Description

These lightly sweet, crisp round biscuits offer a subtle, neutral flavor and a fine, crumbly texture; reviewers note consistent quality and value. Commonly used for dunking in coffee or tea, snacking, and layered desserts such as trifles or simple crusts, they are praised for versatility and easy crumbling and convenience.

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Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

powdered whey
lecithin

powdered whey

Dietitian note

Whey is a protein found in milk (dairy) and thus contains alpha-gal.

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Ingredients

Wheat Flour, Sugar, Vegetable Fat, Glucose Syrup, Salt, Gasifiers (Sodium Bicarbonate and Ammonia Bicarbonate, Emulsifier (Lecithin), Powdered Whey, Scents, Antioxidants (Sodium Bisulphite and Natural Tocopherol Extracts).

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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.