Is SUN DRIED TOMATO PESTO SAUCE, SUN DRIED TOMATO PESTO Alpha-Gal Friendly?

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

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • romano cheese
  • milk
  • cheese cultures
  • parmesan cheese

romano cheese

Dietitian note

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

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

milk
cheese cultures
parmesan cheese

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Ingredients

CANOLA OIL, PARMESAN CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, ENZYMES), ROMANO CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, ENZYMES), SUNDRIED TOMATOES, FRESH BASIL, GARLIC, WALNUTS, BLACK PEPPER, SALT.

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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.

About this product

Sauce · Spreadable

Flavor
GarlickyNuttySavorySalty
Texture
Chunky
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