Is mission organic flour tortillas Alpha-Gal Friendly?

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

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Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

carrageenan
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carrageenan

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Although not derived from mammals, carrageenan (extracted from red algae) contains alpha-gal.

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Ingredients

organic wheat flour, water, organic sunflower oil, cultured wheat flour (organic wheat flour, organic vinegar, natural flavor), contains 2% or less of: organic cane sugar, sea salt, sodium acid pyrophosphate, gums (organic guar gum, xanthan gum, carrageenan), baking soda, malic acid, contains: wheat ©2019 gruma corporation, irving, tx 75038 certified organic by qai assuran riterhation gre gruma kosher certified organic 119 hea instr missionfoods, com ouality

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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.