Is Tesco British Extra Mature Grated Cheddar Cheese 250 G Alpha-Gal Friendly?

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

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • milk
  • extra mature cheddar cheese

milk

Dietitian note

Milk (dairy) is a nutrient-rich liquid food produced by mammals and thus contains alpha-gal.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

Extra-mature British cheddar with a pronounced sharp, tangy flavor and firm, slightly crumbly texture when grated; melts evenly into a smooth, creamy consistency for sauces, casseroles, and omelettes. Commonly used as a topping for pasta, baked dishes, and salads; shoppers often appreciate its ready-to-use convenience and convenient portioning for recipes.

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Ingredients

INGREDIENTS: Extra Mature Cheddar Cheese ( Milk ), Potato Starch.

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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

Tesco British Extra Mature Grated Cheddar Cheese 250 G is available at 1 retailer

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About this product

Cheese · Granule

Flavor
SavoryNuttySalty
Texture
Grainy
Commonly used for
ToppingSandwichCookingMeal Prep