Is Paella Alpha-Gal Friendly?

Ingredients

Yellow Rice (rice, water, colour: turmeric), Tomato, Peas, Chicken Breast 6% (Chicken Breast Fillet (98%), Water, Salt), Red Pepper, Onion, Cooked MUSSEL Meat (MOLLUSC) (4%), POLLOCK (FISH) (4%), PRAWNS (4%) (PRAWNS (CRUSTACEAN), water, salt, acidity regulator: sodium citrates), Sunflower Oil, Seasoning (maltodextrin, salt, tomato powder, modified maize starch, flavourings (contains FISH), onion powder, ground paprika, anti-caking agent: silicon dioxide; yeast extract, colour: beetroot red; garlic powder, acidity regulator: citric acid; turmeric, pepper, dried thyme) ALLERGEN ADVICE For all allergens, including gluten, please see ingredients in BOLD. May contain CRUSTACEANS, FISH, MILK, MOLLUSCS & SOYA. Warning! Whilst every care has been taken, some small

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.

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