Sage Alpha Gal

08/24/2026

"In 2023 — three whole tick seasons ago — the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated that nearly half a million Americans already had alpha-gal syndrome. There’s reason to suspect that this number is wildly low."
— The summer the ticks took over. The New York Times.

A scientific and civilizational horror story.

08/23/2026

"It's very interesting that [alpha-gal] it has risen to national prominence because of places like the Hamptons and Martha's Vineyard, when in fact people in the South and Midwest have been suffering this all along."
— Professor Sam Telford

This year, ER visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. How can you best avoid tick bites?

08/23/2026

I love promoting great alpha-gal sites, communities, and other resources.

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08/18/2026

“Vegan” can be helpful.

It is not a hall pass.

Here’s why I still read the full ingredient list when shopping with alpha-gal:

When you have alpha-gal, reading nutrition labels can be overwhelming. This guide provides helpful tips on how to read a nutrition label to keep you safe.

08/18/2026

After living with alpha-gal for five years, I didn't think I'd ever get excited about chicken… but here we are!
This lemon chicken piccata is fresh, flavorful, and nearly impossible to mess up.
Try it tonight → https://sagealphagal.com/lemon-chicken-piccata-recipe/ 🍋

Make this chicken piccata recipe with golden cutlets and lemon-caper sauce. Includes simple dairy-free and gluten-free swaps.