Is Woolworths Cook Boneless Butterflied Chicken Greek Style 850g - 1.25kg Alpha-Gal Friendly?


Ingredients
RSPCA Approved Chicken (86%), Marinade (Water, Salt, Citrus Fibre, Natural Flavours, Vegetable Powders (Onion, Garlic), Thickeners (Carrageenan, Xanthan Gum), Herb Extracts (Rosemary, Oregano, Sage), Smoke Flavour), Lemon and Herb Seasoning (4%) (Sugar, Salt, Maize Flour, Dehydrated Vegetables (Garlic, Capsicum), Maltodextrin, Vegetable Powders (Onion, Garlic), Lemon Powder, Pepper, Herb and Herb Extract (Oregano, Parsley), Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid), Yeast Extract, Natural Colour (Turmeric), Thickener (Xanthan Gum), Canola Oil, Natural Flavour)
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.


