Is M&S Collection 6 Mince Pies Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 2 ingredients that do not comply and 2 ingredients that may not comply.

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • milk
  • unsalted butter
  • calcium carbonate
  • dextrose

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

Wheatflour contains Gluten (with Wheatflour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Dried Vine Fruits (16%) (Sultanas, Vostizza Currants, Raisins), Unsalted Butter (Milk) (14%), Sugar, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Apple Pur�e, Glac� Cherries (3.5%) (Cherries, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Sugar, Colour: Anthocyanins (from Black Carrots), Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid), Rice Flour, Cranberries, Cornflour, Concentrated Clementine Juice, Sunflower Oil, Brandy (1%), Mixed Peel (Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Orange Peel, Sugar, Lemon Peel, Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid), Cognac (1%), Dextrose, Cider, Ground Spices (Cinnamon, Nutmeg), Preservative: Acetic Acid, Salt, Black Treacle, Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid, Gelling Agent: Pectin (from Fruit), Orange Oil, Raising Agent: E450, Sodium Bicarbonate, Antioxidant: Ascorbic Acid, Shea Oil

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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.

Where to buy

M&S Collection 6 Mince Pies is available at 1 retailer

Ocado

About this product

Snack · Slice

Flavor
FruitySweet
Texture
Flaky
Commonly used for
Snacking