Is Sam's Choice™ Premium Angus Meatballs 20 oz. Bag Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 9 ingredients that do not comply and 2 ingredients that may not comply.

Description

Frozen bag meatballs present a savory, beef-forward flavor with a tender, moist interior and lightly browned exterior when reheated. Commonly used with pasta, in sandwiches, or as appetizers, they reheat in oven, skillet, or slow cooker. Shopper reviews often note consistent size, convenience, and reliable flavor and texture across batches.

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Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

cheese culture
whey
cheese powder
pasteurized milk
whey powder
contains 2% or less of each of the following: cheese powder
made from sheep's milk
romano cheese
natural and artificial flavor
enzyme
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cheese culture

Dietitian note

Cheese is typically derived from milk (dairy) and thus contains alpha-gal.

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Ingredients

Beef, Water, Textured Soy Protein (Soy Flour, Caramel Color), Soy Protein Concentrate, Romano Cheese (Made From Sheep's Milk, Salt, Enzyme), Dehydrated Garlic And Onion, Contains 2% Or Less Of Each Of The Following: Cheese Powder (Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Cheese Culture, Enzyme, Whey, Lactic Acid), Natural And Artificial Flavor, Powdered Cellulose, Salt, Spices, Sugar, Whey Powder, Yeast Extract

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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.