Histamine & Diet

Answer in brief: Chocolate is not consistently high in histamine. Levels vary by fermentation, roasting, storage, and brand. Other amines—especially tyramine and phenylethylamine (PEA)—are more consistent, which explains why some people still react [1]. Why this matters Chocolate gets blamed for histamine flares. But the science is more nuanced than headlines. Here’s a clear, dietitian […]

Most fresh fruits are low in histamine, apart from grapes. If symptoms occur after eating fruit, this is more likely due to other biogenic amines or individual sensitivity rather than histamine itself. If you have histamine intolerance, even “healthy” foods like fruit can leave you bloated, itchy, or foggy-headed. In this guide, I’ll walk you

Struggling to figure out which cheese won’t leave you with abdominal discomfort, bloating, or headaches? You’re not alone. Read along to de-mystify all things cheese and walk away with a better understanding of how you can enjoy cream cheese again whilst adhering to a low histamine diet. Here’s what you really want to know The