Is Jet-Puffed Miniature Marshmallows, 10 oz Bag Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 4 ingredients that may not comply.

Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

  • natural and artificial flavor
  • gelatin, tetrasodium pyrophosphate
  • gelatin
  • dextrose

natural and artificial flavor

Dietitian note

Natural flavors can include both animal and plant sources and may contain alpha-gal if derived from mammals. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

gelatin, tetrasodium pyrophosphate
gelatin
dextrose

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Notes and swaps for all 4 flagged ingredients, plus alpha-gal friendly products to buy instead.

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Description

Small sweet pieces deliver a mild vanilla-flavored taste and a pillowy, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Commonly used as a hot-cocoa topper, baking mix-in, cereal addition, or for Rice Krispies treats and s'mores. Reviews note consistent softness and convenience for recipes, with occasional remarks about clumping or staling in warm conditions during shipping.

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Ingredients

Corn Syrup, Sugar, Modified Cornstarch, Dextrose, Water, Contains Less Than 2% Of: Gelatin, Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate ! (Whipping Aid), Natural And Artificial Flavor, Blue 1

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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

Jet-Puffed Miniature Marshmallows, 10 oz Bag is available at 11 retailers

AmazonGiant EagleHarris TeeterIGAShopRiteTargetThe Fresh GrocerUnited SupermarketsVitacostWalmartWegmans

About this product

Candy · Cube

Flavor
SweetVanilla
Texture
FluffySoft
Commonly used for
SnackingBakingTopping