Is PopCorners® Gluten Free Spicy Queso Cheese Flavored Popped Corn Snacks Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 4 ingredients that do not comply and 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • buttermilk
  • cheddar cheese
  • milk
  • whey
  • natural flavors

buttermilk

Dietitian note

Buttermilk is a fermented drink typically made from cow's milk (dairy) and thus contains alpha-gal.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

cheddar cheese
milk
whey

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Description

Popcorners is a brand of popcorn chips that offers a variety of flavors. One of their classics is the spicy queso cheese flavor, which is gluten-free, kosher, and made with non-GMO corn. Unlike traditional popcorn, Popcorners are never fried, making them a healthier alternative. Some people find the popcorn not as crispy as expected, but others appreciate the light and fluffy texture. The queso cheese flavor is highly regarded, with many people enjoying its taste. Overall, Popcorners gluten-free spicy queso cheese flavored popped corn snacks provide a tasty and guilt-free snacking option with a variety of flavors to choose from.

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Ingredients

Yellow Corn, Sunflower Oil, Whey, Salt, Tomato Powder, Cheddar Cheese (Milk, Salt, Cultures, Enzymes), Natural Flavors, Spices, Onion Powder, Buttermilk, Garlic Powder, Citric Acid, Paprika, Annatto Extract For Color

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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

PopCorners® Gluten Free Spicy Queso Cheese Flavored Popped Corn Snacks is available at 13 retailers

AlbertsonsFry'sGiant EagleIGAKrogerMeijerPick 'n SaveRalphsSafewaySmith'sTargetVonsWalmart

About this product

Snack · Pouch

Flavor
SpicySavory
Texture
CrispyCrunchy
Commonly used for
SnackingOn The Go