Alpha-gal Syndrome: Tick-borne Meat Allergy?

As we enter the summer season, many of us will spend countless hours outdoors. We often discuss tick awareness and tick-borne illness, but one tick in particular is getting a lot of press these days. In case you needed another reason to be mindful of ticks, today we discuss Alpha-gal Syndrome. In today’s episode we explore the science behind alpha-gal syndrome – a rare and serious allergy to red meat and other mammal products triggered by a bite from the Lone Star Tick. Tune in to learn how to recognize symptoms and why this syndrome is spreading across many regions and many countries. Today on The Lab Report: 3:30 What is Alpha-gal Syndrome? 6:30 Delayed anaphylaxis? What! 9:50 Epidemiology and prevalence 11:50 Not only red meat – other products 14:55 Diagnosing alpha-gal syndrome 16:20 Tick avoidance and sensitization 18:40 What foods can these patients eat? 20: 15 Question of the Day? Are there herbs that can help? Additional Resources: Alpha-gal Information Subscribe, Rate, & Review The Lab Report Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode of The Lab Report, presented by Genova Diagnostics, with your hosts Michael Chapman and Patti Devers. If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the subscribe button and give us a rating or leave a review. Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Email Patti and Michael with your most interesting and pressing questions on functional medicine: [email protected]. And, be sure to share your favorite Lab Report episodes with your friends and colleagues on social media to help others learn more about Genova and all things related to functional medicine and specialty lab testing. To find a qualified healthcare provider to connect you with Genova testing, or to access select products directly yourself, visit Genova Connect. Disclaimer: The content and information shared in The Lab Report is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in The Lab Report represent the opinions and views of Michael Chapman and Patti Devers and their guests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.