Is Great Value Original Syrup 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.

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Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

milk
2% of natural and artificial flavors

milk

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Milk (dairy) is a nutrient-rich liquid food produced by mammals and thus contains alpha-gal.

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2% of natural and artificial flavors

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Ingredients

Corn Syrup, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Water, Contains Less Than 2% Of Natural And Artificial Flavors, Cellulose Gum, Salt, Caramel Color, Sodium Benzoate And Sorbic Acid [preservative], Sodium Hexametaphosphate. May Contain Traces Of Milk, Eggs, Anchovies, Wheat And Soy.

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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.