Is The original flavoured sugar-free gum, Juicy Fruit Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 3 ingredients that may not comply.

Description

A longstanding fruity chewing gum offering bright tropical flavor and a soft, elastic texture. Commonly chewed for flavor enjoyment, stress relief, or to freshen breath while on the go. Customer reviews cite pleasant initial taste, convenient packaging and portability, with recurring notes about flavor fading and occasional stickiness over time.

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Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

glycerin
disodium inosinate
natural and artificial flavours

glycerin

Dietitian note

Glyceride (also called e422) can come from both animal and plant sources. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

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Ingredients

Maltitol, Sorbitol, Gum Base, Natural And Artificial Flavours, Gum Arabic, Glycerin, Aspartame, Colour, Soy Lecithin, Acesulfame-potassium, Carnauba Wax, Disodium Guanylate, Disodium Inosinate, Aspartame: 19,6 Mg, Acesulfame-potassium: 5,32 Pieces, Aspartame Contains Phenylalanine, Do Not Expose To Extreme Heat

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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.

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Dairy FreeYes

Yes! We believe this product is dairy free as there are no dairy ingredients listed on the label.

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Gluten FreeMaybe

This product may or may not be gluten free as it lists 1 ingredient that could contain gluten depending on the source. We recommend contacting the manufacturer directly to confirm.

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