Is Greater Hummus Beetroot 450g Alpha-Gal Friendly?


Ingredients
Chickpeas (55%), Beetroot Relish (17%) (Beetroot, Sugar, Onion, Water, Vinegar, Starch, Sea Salt, Orange Zest, Spices), Beetroot (13%) (Beetroot, Water, Sugar, Salt, Food Acid (260)), Sunflower Oil, Sea Salt, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Corn Starch, Tahini (1%), Garlic, Pepper , Preservative (202)
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.


