Is Western Family Flax & Quinoa Traditional Style Loaf Baked In Western Canada Alpha-Gal Friendly?

This product may or may not be Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly

  • sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate

sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate

Dietitian note

Lactylates are food additives that are typically derived from plants; however, some components may be derived from animal sources.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

Whole Wheat Flour, Water, Sugar, Flax Seeds, Wheat Gluten*, Yeast*, Ground Flax Seeds, Quinoa, Wheat Germ, Salt, Soybean and/or Canola Oil, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Propionate, Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono- and Di-glycerides, Sodium Stearoyl-2-Lactylate, Vegetable Monoglycerides. May contain sorbic acid. *Order may vary. Contains: Wheat. May contain: Soy, Sesame, Barley, Oats, Rye, Triticale.

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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

Bread · Loaf

Flavor
Neutral
Texture
SoftFluffy
Commonly used for
SandwichBreakfastSide DishMeal Prep