Yes! We believe this product is alpha-gal free as there are no alpha-gal ingredients listed on the label.

Is LIKE COUS-COUS FONIO, LIKE COUS-COUS Alpha-Gal Friendly?

Yes! We believe this product is alpha-gal free as there are no alpha-gal ingredients listed on the label.
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Description

Mild, nutty flavor and light, fluffy yet slightly grainy texture make it suitable as a side, salad base, pilaf component, or warm porridge; consumers report quick cooking and versatile use, praising subtle taste and texture while noting occasional inconsistent grain size and packaging concerns in some reviews about overall quality.

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Ingredients

Fonio

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

LIKE COUS-COUS FONIO, LIKE COUS-COUS is available at 4 retailers

Whole FoodsTargetThrive MarketAmazon

About this product

Grain · Granule, Dried

Flavor
NuttyMild
Texture
FluffyGrainy
Commonly used for
Side DishSaladMeal PrepCooking
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