Is On The Border Southwest Bean Dip Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

  • natural flavor

natural flavor

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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Ingredients

CALORIES, SODIUM, TOTAL CARB., PROTEIN, WATER, REFRIED PINTO BEANS (PINTO BEANS, SOYBEAN OIL WITH TBHQ FOR FRESHNESS], SALT), TOMATOÈS, PINTO BEANS, RED BELL PEPPER, TOMATO PASTE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF INACTIVE DRIED YEAST, NATURAL FLAVOR, LACTIC ACID, SPICES, YEAST EXTRACT, SALT, SPICE EXTRACTS, CALCIUM SILICATE (ANTICAKING), DISTILLED VINEGAR, GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER, JALAPEÑO PEPPERS.

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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

Dip · Spreadable

Flavor
SavorySpicyGarlicky
Texture
Creamy
Commonly used for
DippingSnacking