No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 2 ingredients that do not comply.

Is Trader Joe's Slightly Coated Dark Chocolate Almonds Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 2 ingredients that do not comply.
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Description

Small, thin-coated snack combines a subtly bitter, cocoa-forward exterior with a firm, crunchy center; texture emphasizes a crisp first bite followed by a dense chew. Commonly enjoyed as an everyday treat, party nibble, or baking garnish. Reviews mention balanced coating-to-center ratio, consistent crunch, and occasional variability in coating thickness levels.

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Ingredients

Calories, Total Fat, Sodium, Total Carbohydrate, Protein, Almonds, Dark Chocolate (sugar, Unsweetened Chocolate Processed With Alkali, Cocoa Butter, Soy Lecithin [emulsifier], Vanilla Extract [water, Ethyl Alcohol, Vanilla Bean Extractives), Cocoa Powder, Nonfat Dry Milk, Sea Salt, Maple Sugar. Contains: Milk, Soy, Almond.

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.

Where to buy

Trader Joe's Slightly Coated Dark Chocolate Almonds is available at 1 retailer

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