Is TURKEY FRANKS, TURKEY Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 2 ingredients that may not comply.

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disodium inosinate
riboflavin

disodium inosinate

Dietitian note

Disodiuminosinate, sometimes appearing on labels as sodium 5'- inosinate, is an additive found in instant noodles, potato chips, and other snacks, is usually made from meat but can be made from tapioca starch as well. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

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Ingredients

Mechanically Separated Turkey, Water, Modified Corn Starch, Contains 2% Or Less Of The Following: Salt, Seasonings (Flavorings, Potato Starch, Enriched Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Iron, Zinc, Niacin, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Maltodextrin, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Corn Soy Wheat Protein, Monosodium Glutamate, Disodium Guanylate, Disodium Inosinate, Extractive Of Paprika), Soy Protein Concentrate, Sodium Phosphates, Sodium Acetate, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Diacetate, Smoke Flavor, Sodium Erythorbate, Sodium Nitrite

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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.