Is Lindt Excellence 100% Cocoa Dark Chocolate Bar Alpha-Gal Friendly?

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

Description

Intensely cocoa-forward and markedly bitter, this chocolate offers a firm snap and velvety melt that leaves a long, dry finish. Commonly used for baking, dark-chocolate enthusiasts' snacking, or pairing with coffee and red wines. Reviewers cite consistent quality, intense flavor concentration, and occasional complaints about extreme bitterness for casual palates.

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Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

milk

milk

Dietitian note

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

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Ingredients

Chocolate, Cocoa Powder Processed With Alkali, Cocoa Butter. May Contain Milk, Soy And Tree Nuts.

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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.