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 …
As you adopt an alpha-gal diet, you may be wondering, “What foods can you eat with alpha-gal syndrome?” And as you sort through all of the information, you might be confused and overwhelmed. Here are answers to your most commonly asked (and Googled) questions. The information provided on this site is based on my personal …
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Focusing on the positive, this alpha gal food list details what you CAN eat with alpha gal (rather than pointing out the foods that people with alpha-gal syndrome must avoid.) The information provided on this site is based on my personal experience living with alpha-gal syndrome. I consistently cite and link to expert sources, but …
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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 …
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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Have you or a loved one recently been diagnosed with alpha-gal syndrome? Here are 10 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 consistently cite …
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Food allergy awareness is crucial for the millions of people with food allergies, especially those of us dealing with lesser-known conditions like alpha-gal syndrome. Here are several easy ways that you can help build understanding and support for alpha-gal during Food Allergy Awareness Week and become a part of the food allergy community and its …
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 …
Understanding nutrition labels is essential for anyone who wants to make an informed decision about the foods they eat. But when you have alpha-gal syndrome, knowing how to read a nutrition label can be the difference between a delicious meal or snack and an emergency room visit. The information provided on this site is based …
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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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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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