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

Is Pesto Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 2 ingredients that do not comply.
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Ingredients

basil (37%), canola oil, cashew nuts, grana padano cheese (6%) (skimmed unpasteurised cow's milk (97%), rennet, natural culture, preservative (e1105 lysozyme (egg protein), extra virgin olive oil (4%), lemon juice, garlic, pine nuts (0.01%), salt, ascorbic acid (e300).

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

Sauce · Spreadable

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