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

Is Trader Joe's Organic Thick and Chunky Salsa Alpha-Gal Friendly?

Yes! We believe this product is alpha-gal free as there are no alpha-gal ingredients listed on the label.
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Description

Thick, chunky salsa offers a bright, tangy profile with mild to moderate heat and pronounced texture, making it suitable for dipping chips, topping tacos, eggs, or incorporating into cooked dishes. Reviewers commonly cite satisfying chunkiness and fresh flavor, while some note occasional variability in spice level and chunk distribution overall.

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Ingredients

Organic Diced Tomatoes (Organic Tomatoes, Organic Tomato Juice, Citric Acid [Acidifier], Calcium Chloride), Water, Organic Jalapeno Peppers, Organic Tomato Paste, Organic Onions, Organic Distilled Vinegar, Organic Dehydrated Onion, Salt, Organic Cayenne Pepper, Organic Dehydrated Garlic.

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.

Alpha-Gal Friendly? Trader Joe's Organic Thick and Chunky Salsa | Spoonful