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Easy Alpha-Gal Friendly Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce

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If you’ve been searching for a comforting, flavorful, and Alpha-gal friendly spaghetti sauce that’s easy to make, you’re in the right place. This slow-cooked sauce comes together with minimal effort, letting your crockpot do the work while your kitchen fills with the rich aroma of tomatoes, herbs, and spices. Whether you’re feeding a family or meal-prepping for the week, this recipe is both delicious and safe for those avoiding mammal products due to Alpha-gal Syndrome. A Little History of Spaghetti Spaghetti, one of the most iconic Italian dishes, actually has roots that stretch far beyond Italy. While pasta-making techniques were perfected on the Italian peninsula, some historians believe an early form of pasta was brought to Italy from Asia, possibly by Marco Polo in the late 13th century. In Italy, the word spaghetti simply means “little strings,” perfectly describing the long, thin shape. Traditional Italian spaghetti is paired with tomato sauce, which became popular in the late ...

Bamboo Paper Towels

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  🌿 Safe & Sustainable: Why Bamboo Paper Towels Are a Great Choice for People with Alpha-gal Syndrome Living with Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS) often means scrutinizing everyday items in a way most people never have to. From food and cosmetics to cleaning products and paper goods, hidden mammal-derived ingredients can lurk in unexpected places. If you're navigating life with AGS, you know the importance of making informed, careful choices—right down to the paper towels you use. 💚 What Is Alpha-gal Syndrome? Alpha-gal Syndrome is a tick-borne allergy to a sugar molecule (galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose, or “alpha-gal”) found in mammalian products. People with AGS must avoid red meat, dairy, gelatin, and other mammal-derived ingredients —sometimes even in non-food products like lotions, medications, and household items. 🌱 Why Bamboo Paper Towels Are a Safe Bet Not all paper towels are created equal. Some mainstream brands may use additives, adhesives, or binders that are derived f...

Top 5 Vegan Lip Balms

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TOP 5 VEGAN LIP BALMS ALPHA GAL FRIENDLY NOTE: An email from each company indicates that these lip balms should be safe if you have an Alpha Gal allergy, but, as always, please do your own research for safety. Also, note the dates of the information, and be aware that companies may change their formulas at any time, and this article may not reflect those changes. 1. Alida Pure Fragrance Free Lip Balm, Vegan (4.6 Stars on Amazon) From the Company: “ Thank you for your inquiry and interest in our lip balm. We are certified by PETA, and Leaping Bunny.  Our products are 100% vegan and do not contain any animal or mammal by-products.  Our products do not contain seaweeds, or any seaweed products.  We manufacture vegan lip balm.” ( info@alidapurebodycare.com , 01-25-25) Alida Vegan Lip Balm is a popular product for those who prefer cruelty-free and plant-based skincare. Here are some of the features we love about this lip balm: Vegan & Cruelty-Free : It's made with no anim...