Is Lee Kum Kee Soy Sauce, Low Sodium, 16.9 fl oz Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Description

Dark, savory umami flavor with a smooth, thin liquid texture that blends easily into sauces and marinades. Commonly used for stir-fries, dipping, glazing, and seasoning cooked vegetables or rice. Reviewers note reliable, consistent taste, convenient bottle pour control, and versatility in Asian and everyday home cooking across many households nationwide.

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Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

disodium 5'-inosinate

disodium 5'-inosinate

Dietitian note

Disodiuminosinate, sometimes appearing on labels as sodium 5'- inosinate, is an additive found in instant noodles, potato chips, and other snacks, is usually made from meat but can be made from tapioca starch as well. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

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Ingredients

Water, Salt, Soybeans, Sugar, Wheat Flour, Less Than 2 Percent Of Caramel Color, Lactic Acid, Sodium Benzoate Added As A, Disodium 5'-Inosinate And Disodium 5'-Guanylate As Flavor Enhancers

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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.