Do You Think You Know Your Alpha-Gal Friendly Foods? Hidden Ingredient Triggers You Were not Aware Of
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Do You Think You Know Your Alpha-Gal Friendly Foods? Hidden Ingredient Triggers You Were not Aware Of

Living with Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS) means more than just avoiding steak, pork chops, or burgers. It means learning a whole new way of looking at food labels, everyday products, and even medical items. That’s because the allergen—”alpha-gal”, a sugar molecule found in mammalian products (beef, pork, lamb, venison, etc.)—can also show up in places you’d…

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Boosting Protein in Your Nutrition Habits with Alpha-Gal Syndrome

Living with alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) can make nutrition feel overwhelming (but it doesn’t have to be!). Since many animal-based protein sources like beef, pork, and lamb are not an option for most people with alpha-gal allergy, it’s important to get creative with meals and snacks to keep your body nourished and avoid burnout in your…

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Mediterranean Diet: An Alpha-Gal Friendly Guide

If you’ve been diagnosed with alpha-gal allergy or alpha-gal syndrome, you know the challenges of rethinking your nutrition choices. Many traditional Southern meals center around pork, beef, and dairy—foods that can trigger reactions in people with alpha-gal syndrome. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to give up flavor, comfort, or tradition. In fact,…

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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…