Is Ole Gus BBQ Rubs Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that do not comply and 2 ingredients that may not comply.

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • butter flavor
  • proteolytic enzyme derived from aspergillus flavus oryzae
  • dextrose

butter flavor

Dietitian note

Butter is typically derived from milk (dairy) and thus contains alpha-gal, but can be derived from plants as well. Butter flavoring, including artificial butter flavoring, may contain milk - if the label is unclear, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

salt, monosodium glutamate, spices, garlic, onion, bell peppers, butter flavor [com starch, modified food starch (tapioca, waxy maize), dextrose, artificial flavor and silicon dioxide (free flow agent)], sugar, citric acid, tenderizer (proteolytic enzyme derived from aspergillus flavus oryzae and from papaya), natural extractives of lemon, silicon dioxide (free flow agent) and citral,

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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.

About this product

Seasoning · Granule

Flavor
SavorySaltyButtery
Texture
GrainyDry
Commonly used for
GrillingMarinadingMeal PrepCooking