Is idahoan mashed potatoes 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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packaged as prepared calories 80 150 dv % dv total fat 0g 0% 7g 9% saturated fat 0g 0% 49 20% og omg 0% 27% 10% 3716% 6% 19g trans fat 0g cholesterol sodium total carb

packaged as prepared calories 80 150 dv % dv total fat 0g 0% 7g 9% saturated fat 0g 0% 49 20% og omg 0% 27% 10% 3716% 6% 19g trans fat 0g cholesterol sodium total carb

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Cholesterol (also called Coleth-24) comes from animals and may include mammalian meat.

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nutrition facts 18 servings per container serving size 1/3 cup dry mix (22g) 1/2 cup prepared as packaged as prepared calories 80 150 dv % dv* total fat 0g 0% 7g 9% saturated fat 0g 0% 49 20% og omg 0% 20mg 7% 10mg 0% 370mg 16% 6% 19g trans fat 0g cholesterol sodium total carb, 17g 7% 4% 1g dietary fiber total sugars 1g 4% 0g 2g incl, added sugars og 0% 0g 0% protein 2g 3g omcg 0% omcg 0% 11mg 0% 64mg 4% omg 0% omg vitamin d calcium iron 0% potassium 251mg 6% 311mg 6%

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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.