Is H-E-B Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg Softgels Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that do not comply and 3 ingredients that may not comply.

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Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

bovine
glycerin
11other fatty acids 5other gelatin
11oleic acid

bovine

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Bovine is a term used to describe cattle and thus contains mammalian meat.

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Ingredients

Organic Flaxseed Oil 1000mg Alpha-Linolenic Acid (Omega 3) 450mg Linoleic Acid(Omega 6) 110mg Oleic Acid(Omega 9) 110mg Other Fatty Acids 50mg OTHER INGREDIENTS: GELATIN (BOVINE), GLYCERIN, PURIFIED WATER, CARAMEL COLOR.

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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.