Is Turkey Hill Original Vanilla Premium Ice Cream Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 5 ingredients that do not comply and 3 ingredients that may not comply.

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • carrageenan
  • nonfat milk
  • whey
  • cream
  • milk
  • mono & diglycerides
  • natural and artificial flavors
  • cholesterol

carrageenan

Dietitian note

Although not derived from mammals, carrageenan (extracted from red algae) contains alpha-gal.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

Pronounced vanilla flavor delivers a straightforward, creamy profile with a smooth, scoopable texture. Commonly used in cones, sundaes, milkshakes, and alongside pies, it functions as a versatile dessert base occasionally. Customer reviews frequently note consistent flavor, creaminess, and value, though some report occasional icy texture or minor inconsistency between batches.

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Ingredients

Calories, Total Fat, Cholesterol, Sodium, Total Carbohydrate, Protein, Milk, Cream, Sugar, Corn Syrup, Whey, Nonfat Milk, Cellulose Gel, Cellulose Gum, Natural And Artificial Flavors, Mono & Diglycerides, Carrageenan, Annatto And Caramel Colors. Contains: Milk.

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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.

About this product

Ice Cream · Frozen

Flavor
VanillaSweet
Texture
CreamySmoothSoft
Commonly used for
Snacking