Is Waitrose Indian Chicken Saag Masala Curry for 2 Alpha-Gal Friendly?

Ingredients

Diced chicken breast (41%), onion, spinach (14%), tomatoes, yogurt (milk), half fat cream (milk), low fat natural yogurt (milk), tomato paste, rapeseed oil, ginger purée, diced garlic, salt, ground coriander, paprika, chopped coriander, cumin seeds, cumin, turmeric, garlic purée, green chilli purée, lemon juice, cornflour, ground fenugreek leaf, cinnamon, chilli powder, mace, ground ginger, white pepper, clove, colour (paprika extract), ground bay leaf, nutmeg, cardamom Allergy Advice For allergens see ingredients in bold. May contain: peanuts, nuts and sesame.

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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