Author name: Sage Scott

Sage Scott was diagnosed with alpha-gal syndrome in the spring of 2021. She lives in the suburbs of Kansas City where she misses being able to enjoy the best barbeque in the world, especially burnt ends.

Marine Collagen Benefits and How to Add It to Your Alpha-Gal Diet

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Marine collagen benefits aren’t just for supermodels and wellness gurus. From smoother skin to stronger joints, this fish-based powerhouse can help you age like fine wine, gracefully and with a little glow. And for alpha-gals, it’s the rare supplement that delivers all the perks without a single moo or oink. The information provided on this […]

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Creamy Peach Lassi with Cardamom and Cinnamon (Includes Dairy-Free Option)

A glass of creamy peach smoothie topped with chopped pistachios and a sprinkle of cinnamon, with peaches and a pink cloth in the background.

When fresh peaches are at their juicy, golden best, there’s no better way to enjoy them than blended into a creamy, cardamom-kissed peach lassi. Served ice-cold, it’s the kind of drink that makes even the hottest days feel like a treat. And, yes, you know I’ve got my dairy-avoiding alpha gals covered with a dairy-free

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Easy, Cheesy Asparagus Tart (Includes Dairy-Free Option)

A rectangular puff pastry tart topped with asparagus spears and melted cheese, placed on parchment paper over a wooden surface.

If you’re searching for a restaurant-worthy, cheesy asparagus tart that takes almost zero effort, you’ve just hit the jackpot. This flaky, flavorful springtime dish is deceptively simple. And, yes, there’s a dairy-free option that proves dairy-free doesn’t mean flavor-free. The information provided on this site is based on my personal experience living with alpha-gal syndrome.

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From Tick Bite to Children’s Book: Erin’s Alpha-Gal Journey

A woman smiles at the camera next to text: "Beyond the Bite—An Interview with Erin Sherry, Culpeper County, Virginia, living with alpha-gal syndrome since 2018.

Beyond the Bite is an interview-style series that shares real stories from real people navigating life with alpha-gal syndrome. From diagnosis to daily routines, each story reveals the personal side of this often misunderstood allergy. When Erin Sherry first got a tick bite in the summer of 2014, she was pregnant, preoccupied, and understandably focused

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