Is Trader Joe's Maple & Sea Salt Kettle Corn Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

  • natural flavors

natural flavors

Dietitian note

Natural flavors can include both animal and plant sources and may contain alpha-gal if derived from mammals. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

Trader Joe's maple sea salt kettle corn is a fresh and delicious snack that embodies the flavors of fall. Popped in a combination of coconut oil and high oleic sunflower oil, this popcorn boasts a great flavor. Seasoned with sea salt and sweetened with a light maple-sugar glaze, it offers a perfect balance of saltiness and sweetness. The popcorn's light crunch, maple-y sweetness, and touch of salt make it a wonderful treat. It has received high praise from people who consider it the best snack and believe it should be available year-round. With its high quality and versatility, this popcorn is an ideal addition to lunch boxes.

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Ingredients

Cane Sugar, Popcorn, Coconut Oil, High-oleic Sunflower Oil, Maple Sugar, Sea Salt, Natural Flavors. Contains Coconut

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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

Snack · Pouch

Flavor
SweetSalty
Texture
Crunchy
Commonly used for
SnackingOn The Go