Understanding the 3 Types of Alpha-Gal Allergy Reactions: GI, Respiratory, and Skin
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Understanding the 3 Types of Alpha-Gal Allergy Reactions: GI, Respiratory, and Skin

Living with an alpha-gal syndrome can feel confusing because reactions don’t always show up the way we expect and when we expect them. Unlike many food allergies that cause immediate symptoms, alpha-gal reactions are often delayed, showing up 4–6 hours after eating a food that contains mammalian meat or byproducts (like beef, pork, lamb, gelatin,…

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Hidden Nutrient Gaps in Alpha-Gal Syndrome—and what to do to stay nourished

Living with alpha-gal syndrome (AGS)—an tick-borne allergy to most mammalian meats and by-products—often means cutting out staple foods like beef, pork, lamb, dairy, cheese, yogurt, and gelatin. While reducing the intake of “alpha-gal containing foods” is important for your immune system, this can leave gaps in key nutrients your body needs. Here’s a look at…

Understanding Alpha-Gal Allergy (A Tick Borne Disease)
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Understanding Alpha-Gal Allergy (A Tick Borne Disease)

Has the doctor recently diagnosed your or someone you know with Alpha-Gal allergy? This allergy can be difficult to understand… and even harder to manage. But, you’re not alone and our dietitian is here to help you better understand the allergy and how it affects nutrition habits. Keep reading to learn more about alpha-gal allergy…