Is Kraft Dinner Organic Macaroni & Cheese, Original Cheddar Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 5 ingredients that do not comply.

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • whole milk
  • cheddar cheese
  • dry skim milk
  • dried whey
  • cheese sauce

whole milk

Dietitian note

Milk (dairy) is a nutrient-rich liquid food produced by mammals and thus contains alpha-gal.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

cheddar cheese
dry skim milk
dried whey

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Ingredients

INGREDIENTS: ORGANIC PASTA (ORGANIC SEMOLINA (FROM ORGANIC WHEAT)), CHEESE SAUCE (DRY SKIM MILK, DRIED WHEY, CHEDDAR CHEESE, CORN MALTODEXTRIN, SALT, CORN STARCH, WHOLE MILK, ANNATTO (FOR COLOUR), BACTERIAL CULTURES, SOYBEAN OIL).

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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

Kraft Dinner Organic Macaroni & Cheese, Original Cheddar is available at 7 retailers

Grocery GatewayLoblawsMetroReal Canadian SuperstoreValuemartWalmart CaYour Independent Grocer

About this product

Pasta · Dried, Powder

Flavor
SavorySaltyRich
Texture
CreamySoft
Commonly used for
LunchSide Dish