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

Is Trader Joe's Pastrami Style Smoked Atlantic Salmon Alpha-Gal Friendly?

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

This smoked fillet offers a pronounced smoky, spiced-savoury flavor with a firm yet flaky texture and moist mouthfeel. Shoppers report robust, savory taste and occasional saltiness; popular uses include bagels, sandwiches, salads, charcuterie boards, and quick appetizers. Reviews note consistent smoke intensity though seasoning levels vary among batches across shipments.

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Ingredients

Atlantic Salmon (color Added), Salt, Pastrami Rub (spices [allspice, Black Pepper, Coriander, Red Pepper], Caramel Color, Paprika, Silicon Dioxide [anti-caking], Natural Flavors, Expeller Pressed Canola Oil), Cane Sugar, Dill, Black Pepper, Fruitwood And Hardwood Smoke. Contains: Salmon.

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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