Is Hershey's Chocolate Syrup Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Description

Hershey's Genuine Chocolate Syrup 48oz is a squeezable bottle filled with delicious chocolate syrup. Reviewers rave about its taste, describing it as excellent, great, and with a rich chocolate flavor. The jumbo size is highly appreciated, offering good value for the money. Customers enjoy the coolness of this product, appreciating its great chocolate taste. With these positive reviews, Hershey's Genuine Chocolate Syrup 48oz is a delightful choice for chocolate lovers seeking a delectable and satisfying treat.

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Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

diglycerides

diglycerides

Dietitian note

Mono and di-glycerides (sometimes referred to as E471) are fatty acids that can come from either animal or plant sources. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

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Ingredients

High Fructose Corn Syrup, Corn Syrup, Water, Cocoa (Adds a Negligible Amount of Fat), Sugar, Contains 2% or Less of: Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Salt, Mono- and Diglycerides (Adds a Negligible Amount of Fat), Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 60, Vanillin, Artificial Flavor.

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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.