No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 2 ingredients that do not comply and 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Is Trader Joe's Goat Milk Kefir Plain Unsweetened Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 2 ingredients that do not comply and 1 ingredient that may not comply.
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Description

Tangy, slightly earthy flavor with a pronounced goat note for some, milder for others; texture is creamy, smooth and pourable with a slightly thick mouthfeel. Common uses include sipping straight, blending into smoothies, stirring into cereal or oatmeal, and incorporating into dressings, dips, and baking for tang and moisture balance.

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Ingredients

Pasteurized Goat's Milk, Tapioca Starch, Live And Active Cultures (streptococcus Thermophilus, Bifidobacterium Lactis, Lactobacillus Acidophilus, L. Casei, L. Rhamnosus, L. Lactis, L. Bulgaricus). Contains Milk.

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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