Is Ritz Original Crackers Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 2 ingredients that may not comply.

Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

  • amylase
  • monocalcium phosphate

amylase

Dietitian note

Amylase is an enzyme that breaks down starches. It can come from either animal or plant sources. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

Light, round crackers with a mild buttery-salty flavor and crisp, flaky texture commonly used for snacking, pairing with cheese, spreads, or soups, and as a base for appetizers. Reviews frequently note consistent taste, convenient portability, occasional broken pieces in packaging, and usefulness for everyday entertaining, for home, travel, and picnics.

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Ingredients

WHEAT FLOUR, SHORTENING (VEGETABLE, MODIFIED PALM), SUGAR, GLUCOSE FRUCTOSE, SALT, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, BAKING SODA, AMMONIUM BICARBONATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, SOY LECITHIN, PAPAIN, AMYLASE, PROTEASE. CONTAINS: WHEAT, BARLEY, SOY.

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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

Ritz Original Crackers is available at 3 retailers

LoblawsReal Canadian SuperstoreWalmart Ca

About this product

Cracker · Cracker

Flavor
Savory
Texture
Crunchy
Commonly used for
SnackingSandwichDippingMeal Prep