Bidding a sudden farewell to all mammalian products due to a tick-borne food allergy can be a snacktime showstopper. But don’t worry, there are still plenty of delicious alpha-gal friendly snacks available! Whether you’re searching for sweet or salty, healthy or not so much, this list has you covered. The information provided on this site …
Need a gift for a friend, family member, or another loved one living with alpha-gal syndrome? Here are some great gifts for people with allergies. The information provided on this site is based on my personal experience living with alpha-gal syndrome. I cite and link to expert sources as often as possible, but because I …
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One of the most common words I hear newly diagnosed alpha gals use to describe their condition is “overwhelmed.” Not only are there limited resources available to guide alpha gals, but reactions to alpha-gal can vary significantly by individual. For answers to questions like “What is alpha-gal syndrome?” and “How do I live with a …
Being suddenly forced to give up all mammalian meats – like beef, pork, bison, and venison – can leave people with alpha-gal syndrome scrambling to find ways to eat enough high-quality protein. From plant-based to acceptable animal options, these are the best sources of protein for alpha gals. The information provided on this site is …
If you’ve historically followed an omnivorous diet, being suddenly forced to adopt a largely vegan diet due to food allergies caused by a tick bite can leave you searching for alternative sources of protein. These foods are the best vegan protein options that work for folks living with alpha-gal syndrome (AGS). The information provided on …
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While many people living with alpha-gal syndrome don’t feel adverse reactions after consuming cow’s milk and dairy products, their alpha-gal blood test results may still show a heightened sensitivity. If you want to replace traditional dairy in your diet, read on to discover the best milk alternative for alpha-gal syndrome. The information provided on this …
Have you or a loved one recently been diagnosed with alpha-gal syndrome? Here are eight important lessons I learned the hard way that I wish someone had shared with me when I began living with alpha-gal. The information provided on this site is based on my personal experience living with alpha-gal syndrome. I cite and …
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While vegans follow a plant-based diet and vegetarians follow a meatless diet that adds dairy and egg products to a vegan diet, an alpha-gal diet is slightly different from both. Although alpha gals cannot eat mammalian meat, like beef and pork, several sources of animal protein are alpha-gal friendly. The information provided on this site …
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People living with alpha-gal syndrome know to avoid animal products like beef, pork, lamb, and bison. But did you know that a specific plant also contains the alpha-gal epitope that can cause a reaction in some people with alpha-gal syndrome? The information provided on this site is based on my personal experience living with alpha-gal …
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