No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 6 ingredients that do not comply and 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Is Merkts Sharp Cheddar Cheese Spread Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 6 ingredients that do not comply and 1 ingredient that may not comply.
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Description

Sharp, tangy cheddar flavor pairs with a smooth, creamy spreadable texture that softens easily at room temperature. Commonly used on crackers, sandwiches, burgers, and as a melting addition to hot dishes. Reviewers cite robust taste and spreadability; some note occasional oil separation and pronounced saltiness, while others mention nostalgic appeal.

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Ingredients

Cheddar Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Enzymes), Water, Reduced Lactose Whey, Butter (Cream, Salt), deproteinized Whey, Sorbic Acid (Preservative), Annatto (Color).

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.

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Dairy FreeNo

No. This product is not dairy free as it lists 6 ingredients that contain dairy.

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Gluten FreeYes

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

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Where to buy

Merkts Sharp Cheddar Cheese Spread is available at 3 retailers

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About this product

Spread · Spreadable

Flavor
SavoryButtery
Texture
CreamySmooth
Commonly used for
SandwichDippingSnackingTopping
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