Is Howe Bit-O-Honey Candies, 9.5 Oz. 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
  • skim milk
  • natural flavor

whey

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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Ingredients

Corn Syrup, Sugar, Skim Milk, Hydrogenated Coconut Oil, Almonds, Whey, Honey, Egg Albumen, Salt, Modified Soy Protein, Natural Flavor, Tbhq And Citric Acid (To Preserve Freshness)

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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

Howe Bit-O-Honey Candies, 9.5 Oz. is available at 4 retailers

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About this product

Candy · Candy Piece

Flavor
SweetNutty
Texture
ChewyCrunchy
Commonly used for
Snacking