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

Is Trader Joe's Hardwood Smoked Pulled Pork Alpha-Gal Friendly?

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

Shredded, hardwood-smoked pork offers a pronounced smoky aroma, tender moist strands and a savory finish; commonly reheated for sandwiches, tacos, sliders or mixed into casseroles and salads. Review themes highlight convenient ready-to-heat preparation, consistent tenderness, overall texture and smoky flavor, with occasional comments about variability in seasoning or sauce levels.

Ingredients

PORK, WATER, SEA SALT (SEA SALT, MAGNESIUM CARBONATE [ANTI-CAKING]), LIGHT BROWN SUGAR, SUGAR, MOLASSES, MAPLE SYRUP, COFFEE, SEASONING BLEND (WHITE PEPPER, ONION POWDER, DEHYDRATED GARLIC), DRIED VINEGAR, YEAST EXTRACT, AND CITRUS 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.

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