Is Kraft Shredded Sharp Cheddar Natural Cheese, 8 oz Pouch Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 3 ingredients that do not comply and 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • pasteurized milk
  • cheese culture
  • cheddar cheese
  • enzymes

pasteurized 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

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Description

The Kraft Shredded Sharp Cheddar Natural Cheese 8 oz pouch has received positive feedback from reviewers. They praise its great taste and smooth melting properties. Reviewers often use this cheese in dishes involving cheese. They appreciate that the cheese flavor is free from artificial ingredients. Additionally, reviewers find the fact that the cheese is already grated to be convenient.

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Ingredients

Cheddar Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes, Annatto (Color)), Potato Starch, Cellulose Powder, Calcium Sulfate Added To Prevent Caking, Natamycin (A Natural Mold Inhibitor)

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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 Shredded Sharp Cheddar Natural Cheese, 8 oz Pouch is available at 12 retailers

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About this product

Cheese · Pouch

Flavor
SavorySalty
Texture
CreamySoft
Commonly used for
CookingToppingSandwichSalad