Mark VanderWerp

Alpha-gal syndrome is an emerging food allergy triggered by tick bites, causing allergic reactions to mammalian meats like beef, pork, and lamb. Symptoms include hives, nausea, and delayed reactions up to six hours after eating. The Lone Star Tick and blacklegged ticks are linked to the condition, which has no known cure.

Alpha-gal syndrome is a condition triggered by tick bites, causing an allergic reaction to alpha-gal sugar found in mammalian tissues. Symptoms include hives, nausea, and vomiting, with delayed onset complicating diagnosis. The Lone Star Tick is the primary carrier in the U.S., but other ticks like the blacklegged tick can also cause the syndrome.