Is Old El Paso Tortilla Bowl 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

  • amylase
  • glycerin

amylase

Dietitian note

Amylase is an enzyme that breaks down starches. It can come from either animal or plant sources. 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

Toasted, mildly savory flavor with a crisp, sturdy texture that holds chunky fillings; commonly used as an edible vessel for taco salads, bowls and party appetizers. Customer reviews praise shape consistency and presentation value, while noting occasional breakage and tendency to soften when exposed to wet fillings over short periods.

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Ingredients

ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR, WATER, INTERESTERIFIED SOYBEAN OIL, GLYCERIN, HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, SALT, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, POTASSIUM SORBATE, FUMARIC ACID, CALCIUM PROPIONATE, WHEAT STARCH, AMYLASE, XYLANASE. CONTAINS WHEAT INGREDIENTS.

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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

Old El Paso Tortilla Bowl is available at 3 retailers

Grocery GatewayLoblawsWalmart Ca

About this product

Bread · Sheet

Flavor
Savory
Texture
Crispy
Commonly used for
Meal PrepSandwichSnacking