Is Nerds Rainbow Tiny Tangy Crunchy Candy - 5oz Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 2 ingredients that may not comply.

Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

  • natural flavouring
  • dextrose

natural flavouring

Dietitian note

Natural flavors can include both animal and plant sources and may contain alpha-gal if derived from mammals. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

Tiny, hard-coated pieces deliver sharp, tangy fruit flavors and a pronounced crunch; pieces are small and irregularly shaped. Commonly used for casual snacking, party bowls, candy mixes, and confectionery toppings. Customer reviews frequently mention vibrant colors, intense tang, consistent crunch, and suitability for occasional sharing or mixing with other sweets.

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Ingredients

Dextrose, Sugar, Acidity Regulator: Malic Acid (E296), Glucose Syrup, Natural Flavouring, Glazing Agent: Carnauba Wax (E903), Colour: Carmine (E120), Artificial Colours: Brilliant Blue (E133), Indigo Carmine (E132), Allura Red (E129), Tartrazine E102, Sunset Yellow (E110), Produced From Genetically Modified Organisms, May Have An Adverse Effect On Activity And Attention Of Children

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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

Nerds Rainbow Tiny Tangy Crunchy Candy - 5oz is available at 26 retailers

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About this product

Candy · Granule, Pouch

Flavor
TangyFruitySweet
Texture
CrunchyHard
Commonly used for
SnackingOn The Go