This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Is M&S Colin the Caterpillar Softies Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that may not comply.
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A novelty caterpillar-shaped soft cake offering a sweet, creamy flavor and a tender, sponge-like crumb with a smooth, slightly firmer coating; commonly served at children's parties, casual gatherings or as novelty gift. Customers note appealing presentation and soft texture, while some reviews mention it can be overly sweet or small.

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Ingredients

Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Modified Potato Starch, Dextrose, Modified Tapioca Starch, Potato Protein, Acid: Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Lactic Acid, Flavourings, Fruit And Vegetable Concentrates (Sweet Potato, Apple), Glazing Agent: Beeswax

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.

Where to buy

M&S Colin the Caterpillar Softies is available at 1 retailer

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