No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 5 ingredients that do not comply.

Is Trader Joe's Pesto Alla Genovese Basil Pesto Alpha-Gal?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 5 ingredients that do not comply.

Description

Herbaceous, savory pesto offers a bright, slightly tangy flavor with a silky yet slightly coarse, oil-forward texture. Commonly stirred into pasta, spooned onto sandwiches, used as a dip or mixed into sauces. Reviewers note bold, fresh-tasting results and convenience; some mention pronounced saltiness and an oily mouthfeel. Use with pasta.

Ingredients

Basil, Sunflower Oil, Potatoes, Olive Oil, Grana Padano Cheese (pasteurized Cow's Milk, Salt, Rennet), Pecorino Romano Cheese (pasteurized Sheep's Milk, Salt, Rennet), Cashews, Salt, Pine Nuts, Lactic Acid, Garlic. Contains Milk, Egg, Cashew, Pine Nut. May Contain Traces Of Almond, Pistachio, Walnut.

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What is a Alpha-Gal 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.