Is MACARONI & CHEESE DINNER, MACARONI & CHEESE Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 6 ingredients that do not comply and 4 ingredients that may not comply.

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • sodium caseinate
  • pasteurized milk
  • cheese cultures
  • cheddar cheese
  • dairy solids
  • cheddar cheese seasoning
  • diglycerides
  • enzymes
  • natural flavors
  • riboflavin

sodium caseinate

Dietitian note

Sodium caseinate comes from casein, a protein found in dairy, and thus contains alpha-gal.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

Enriched Macaroni (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Cheddar Cheese Seasoning (Dairy Solids, Salt, Modified Cornstarch, Natural Flavors, Cheddar Cheese [Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Maltodextrin, Annatto Extract [Color], Paprika Extract [Color], Soybean Oil, Mono- And Diglycerides, Citric Acid, Sodium Caseinate, Sodium Citrate).

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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.

About this product

Pasta · Dried

Flavor
SavoryButteryRichSalty
Texture
Dry
Commonly used for
CookingMeal PrepLunchSide Dish