Is Milk Alpha-Gal Friendly?

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

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • at least 50% less fat than farmdale full cream milk
  • milk
  • contains at least 50% less fat than farmdale full cream milk
  • reduced fat milk

at least 50% less fat than farmdale full cream milk

Dietitian note

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

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

Reduced Fat Milk (100%). CONTAINS MILK. Keep refrigerated. Store below 4 °C. **Contains at least 50% less fat than FARMDALE Full Cream Milk. No Artificial Colours or Flavours No Added Preservatives Good Source of Calcium Source of Protein Suitable for Vegetarians THIS PRODUCT IS NOT SUITABLE AS A COMPLETE MILK REPLACEMENT FOR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 2 YEARS. MIX Board | Supporting responsible forestry FSC www.fsc.org FSC® C014047

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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.