Is it Alpha Gal friendly? Trader Joe's Genova Pesto
This product containsthat are not alpha gal friendly andthat may not be alpha gal friendly.
Ingredients
Canola oil, basil, parmesan cheese (pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, powdered cellulose), walnuts, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, spice.
Allergens
Contains: milk, walnuts. made in a facility that processes wheat, eggs, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and shellfish.
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Outside the USA?What is the Alpha Gal friendly diet?
Alpha Gal is a sugar found in most mammalian meats like beef, pork, rabbit, lamb and venison. Alpha Gal Syndrome is a condition that develops following a tick bite. People with Alpha Gal Syndrome can experience anaphylactic, life-threatening reactions to alpha gal and need to avoid mammalian ingredients. The Fig app is a great way to build your Alpha Gal shopping list. It's always best to work with your doctor or dietitian to understand your unique needs.
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