Is Griffins Gingernuts Ginger Biscuits Original Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 2 ingredients that do not comply and 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • whey powder
  • milk
  • natural flavour

whey powder

Dietitian note

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

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

Crunchy, hard-textured biscuits with a pronounced warming spice flavor and crisp snap, often described in reviews as ideal for dunking in tea or coffee, crumbling into desserts, or serving with spreads; reviewers note long-lasting crunch and nostalgic appeal, while some mention firmness that may be occasionally too hard for children.

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Ingredients

Wheat Flour, Sugar, Golden Syrup (Sugar, Water), Vegetable Fat (Antioxidant (307b)), Brown Sugar, Ginger (1%), Raising Agents (Baking Soda), Salt, Natural Flavour, Whey Powder (Milk), Colour (160b)

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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.

Where to buy

Griffins Gingernuts Ginger Biscuits Original is available at 2 retailers

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About this product

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Flavor
SweetSpicy
Texture
CrunchyCrispy
Commonly used for
SnackingBreakfast