Is Woolworths Chilli Beans Mild Alpha-Gal Friendly?
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Ingredients
Mixed Beans (50%) (Red Kidney Beans, Black Beans)Tomato Puree (25%)Mixed Vegetables (15%) (Onion, Sweetcorn)WaterSugarMixed Vegetables (15%) (Onion, Sweetcorn)Natural FlavourOnionPepperSweet PaprikaChilli PepperNatural Spices & Herb ExtractsGarlic PowderPaprika ExtractBlack Pepper
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.