Is Morrisons Moisturising Shower Gel Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that do not comply and 3 ingredients that may not comply.

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Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil
retinyl palmitate
glyceryl oleate
glycerin

peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil

Dietitian note

Animal product not typically used in food (more typically seen in medications, supplements, cosmetics and/or cleaning supplies). Likely contains alpha-gal byproducts.

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Ingredients

Aqua, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Panthenol, Retinyl Palmitate, Allantoin, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Glyceryl Oleate, Tocopherol, Parfum, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Lactic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Hexylene Glycol

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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.