Citizen Petition from Foley & Lardner LLP

An individual with a life-threatening alpha-gal allergy is requesting stricter labeling requirements for food and drug products. They argue that companies should be prohibited from using vague terms like "Natural Ingredients" to obscure known allergens that could cause severe reactions.

An individual diagnosed with alpha gal syndrome is requesting that the government mandate complete transparency for all consumer products regarding alpha gal derivatives. They argue that such a requirement is necessary to ensure safety and allow them to live a normal life without fear of life-threatening reactions.

An individual with an Alpha gal allergy argues that the proposed action to require source labeling for ingredients in medicines and food is necessary for safety. They explain that current lack of transparency makes it difficult to avoid life-threatening anaphylactic reactions when seeking treatment.

A nurse expresses frustration over the difficulty of managing alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) due to inadequate food and product labeling. They argue that the government should require clearer labeling, similar to EU standards, to ensure consumer safety and accessibility.

An individual with Alpha Gal syndrome argues that current labeling practices are insufficient and potentially life-threatening for people with severe food allergies. They advocate for specific ingredient labeling (e.g., bovine, swine, poultry) to replace vague terms like "all natural."