Is Noodles, Masala 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

  • disodium inosinate
  • calcium carbonate

disodium inosinate

Dietitian note

Disodiuminosinate, sometimes appearing on labels as sodium 5'- inosinate, is an additive found in instant noodles, potato chips, and other snacks, is usually made from meat but can be made from tapioca starch as well. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

NOODLES: WHEAT FLOUR, PALM OIL, SALT, WHEAT GLUTEN, CALCIUM CARBONATE, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, POTASSIUM CARBONATE, SODIUM CARBONATE, GUAR GUM. MASALA SEASONING: HYDROLYZED PEANUT PROTEIN (SALT, PEANUT PROTEIN, PALM OIL), POWDERED NOODLES (WHEAT FLOUR, PALM OIL, SALT, WHEAT GLUTEN, CALCIUM CARBONATE, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, POTASSIUM CARBONATE, SODIUM CARBONATE, GUAR GUM), SUGAR, SPICES, ONION POWDER, CORN STARCH, RED CHILI POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, SALT, PALM OIL, CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, COLOUR, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, DISODIUM INOSINATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE.

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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

Noodles, Masala is available at 6 retailers

LoblawsReal Canadian SuperstoreZehrsNo FrillsIndependent City MarketFortinos

About this product

Noodle · Dried

Flavor
SavorySpicyUmami
Texture
Dry
Commonly used for
CookingMeal PrepOn The Go