No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that do not comply and 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Is Kirkland Signature Extra Lean Cooked Ham Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that do not comply and 1 ingredient that may not comply.
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Description

Pre-cooked, extra-lean ham offers a mild, savory flavor and firm yet tender texture that holds together well in slices. Commonly used for sandwiches, salads, casseroles and breakfast dishes, it provides consistent portions; reviewers note good value and convenience, while some report slightly dry or mildly salty results when reheated occasionally.

Ingredients

Pork, water, salt, dextrose, vinegar, sodium phosphate, sodium erythorbate, sodium nitrite.

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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.

About this product

Meat · Slice

Flavor
SavorySaltyMeaty
Texture
DenseTender
Commonly used for
SandwichSnackingMeal PrepLunch
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