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

Is Hovis Tasty Wholemeal Thick Sliced Alpha-Gal Friendly?

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

Thickly sliced, this bread offers a nutty, mildly sweet flavour with a dense yet soft crumb and a firm crust; reviewers commonly note its robust texture that toasts evenly and holds fillings well, making it suitable for hearty sandwiches, buttered toast, grilling and frozen storage, though some mention occasional dryness.

Ingredients

Wholemeal Flour (Wheat), Water, Wheat Protein, Yeast, Granulated Sugar, Salt, Soya Flour, Wheat Flour (with added Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Vegetable Oil (Palm, Rapeseed), Emulsifiers: E471, E472e, Preservative: E282, Caramelised Sugar, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid, This product contains 61% Wholegrains from Wholemeal Flour .

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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

Hovis Tasty Wholemeal Thick Sliced is available at 3 retailers

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About this product

Bread · Loaf, Slice

Flavor
NeutralMildNutty
Texture
DenseSoft
Commonly used for
BreakfastSandwichSnackingLunch
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