Our 5 insider tips for histamine intolerance
Histamine intolerance and its associated symptoms can be very distressing, especially if they have persisted for several years. The symptoms of histamine intolerance manifest in the skin, cardiovascular system, gastrointestinal tract, and many other areas. Are you perhaps at your wit's end and no longer know what else you can do? We offer you helpful tips to help you address your histamine-related symptoms.
What symptoms can occur with histamine intolerance?
- Gastrointestinal tract: Nausea, stomach cramps, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, intestinal cramps
- Skin: Itching, hives, nettle rash, swelling, skin redness, extreme reactions to insect bites, acne, skin blemishes, rash
- Autonomic nervous system: Difficulty concentrating, memory problems, brain fog, drowsiness, exhaustion, insomnia, loss of appetite or constant hunger, tingling in the limbs, headaches, inner restlessness
- Cardiovascular system: Low blood pressure, dizziness, hot flashes, nausea, palpitations, heart rhythm disorders
- Respiratory tract: Sore throat, runny nose, stuffy nose, cough, increased mucus production, feverish feeling
- Psychological: Depression, depressive moods, seasonal affective disorder, mood swings, states of exhaustion
- Other: Increased PMS symptoms, recurrent bladder infections, muscle tension, hypersensitivity
Histamine intolerance: Test and diagnosis
Histamine-related symptoms may tempt you to take tablets that help with histamine intolerance. These include antihistamines, for example. We generally advise against taking such medications, as they only block histamine receptors but do not reduce the histamine level in the body and therefore do not address the underlying cause in the long term. Antihistamines should only be taken in an emergency or under medical supervision.
- Histamine and DAO measurement in blood and stool: Determination of excessively high histamine levels and low DAO levels
- Histamine and histamine degradation products in urine: Overview of the histamine metabolism of histamine N-methyltransferase (HNMT) and overall histamine levels
- Nutrient analysis in whole blood: Detection of nutrient deficiencies
- Examination of gut bacteria: Detection of intestinal dysbalance
Better understanding histamine intolerance
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What treatment for histamine intolerance?
Many doctors* believe that histamine intolerance is incurable. However, depending on the underlying cause, this intolerance is quite treatable.
Causes can include, for example, impaired intestinal or liver metabolism, hormonal imbalance, or bacteria such as Helicobacter pylori. Stress is also a factor that should not be underestimated, which is why it is incredibly important to develop suitable exercises and coping strategies. Breathing exercises and meditation can, for example, help promote long-term health and well-being.
- Flavonoids in apples, berries, grapes, kale, peaches, onions, and cherries
- Phenolic acids in Brazil nuts, macadamia nuts, or whole grain products
- Carotenoids in carrots, bell peppers, kale, apricots, pumpkin, and melon
- Phytoestrogens in flaxseed
- Glucosinolates in cabbage, radish, cress, and radishes
- Sulfides in garlic, chives, leeks, and onions
- Monoterpenes in caraway and mint
- Saponins in asparagus and oats
- Phytosterols in sesame
- to low blood pressure.
- to a reduction in inflammation and bacteria.
- to a reduction in cholesterol.
- to a reduction in cardiovascular diseases.
- to protection against free radicals and UV radiation.
In addition to a balanced diet, selected nutrients and plant compounds also play an important role. Our MetaFit combines choline with vitamin C from acerola, as well as milk thistle, dandelion root, and coriander. Choline contributes to the maintenance of normal liver function, while vitamin C contributes to normal energy metabolism and the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
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Nutrient intake
- Vitamin C: This vitamin not only contributes to strengthening the immune system but also to histamine degradation and DAO production. It is found in blackcurrants, bell peppers, blueberries, cauliflower, apples, broccoli, and parsley.
- Magnesium: A magnesium deficiency can promote histamine intolerance. Magnesium-rich foods include broccoli, brown rice, potatoes, and whole-grain bread.
- Vitamin D3: Vitamin D3 contributes to DAO production. You can only obtain this nutrient through sunlight or supplementation.
- Vitamin K: Vitamin K contributes to improved absorption of vitamin D3. Kale, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and lettuce contain plenty of vitamin K.
- Vitamin B6: A vitamin B6 deficiency can promote histamine intolerance. Foods such as salmon, sesame, chicken, whole grains, carrots, potatoes, Brussels sprouts, or broccoli contain vitamin B6.
- Copper: A copper deficiency can negatively affect DAO production. Whole grains, seeds, macadamia nuts, and pecans contain copper.
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- Preservatives
- Allergens
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Creating food lists
At HistaFit, you receive a FREE low-histamine food list, which serves as a basis for your shopping and for cooking and baking. Based on this, you can create your individual list of foods that you tolerate well. This can make your everyday life immensely easier. An individual list is important because both tolerance and tolerance limits vary from person to person.
Positively influencing mindset and stress levels
Both stress and distressing emotions such as anger, fear, or sadness can lead to mast cell activation as well as increased histamine release. Working on your mindset and stress management is helpful. A positive mindset can even help hormonal imbalances return to balance. It is important to set priorities and establish daily routines.
Are you already familiar with the HistaMind course from HistaFit? This course is THE place for holistic health and inner well-being.
Histamine intolerance: delicious recipes
Affected people often find it difficult to create recipes suitable for a low-histamine diet. In our “Recipes” section, you will find low-histamine, delicious dishes to cook and bake.
There is something for every taste and even for a vegan or vegetarian diet. So you can see: Low-histamine does not have to be monotonous!
Can Ayurveda cure histamine intolerance?
What is Ayurveda?
Here, the three doshas (principles of action) - Vata, Pitta, and Kapha - play a crucial role.
How does Ayurveda view histamine intolerance?
In Ayurveda, histamine intolerance is explained by an increase in Pitta. It is the principle of metabolism (fire and water).
If the current state deviates from the original state, according to Ayurveda, diseases and symptoms develop - such as histamine intolerance.
Pitta symptoms can be alleviated, for example, by the following:
- Cool environment, cooling foods
- Relaxed lifestyle, plan regular breaks
- Sufficient sleep
- Loving treatment of others and especially yourself
- Walks in nature
- Stress reduction through meditation & mindfulness
- Mindful handling of emotions, especially anger
- Increase sweet, bitter, and astringent flavors in the diet
- Avoid spicy, sour, and salty
- Regular meals and eat when hungry, do not fast
- Moderate exercise without performance pressure
It is not clear whether Ayurveda can cure histamine intolerance. However, Ayurveda can have a supportive effect on histamine intolerance through the tips mentioned above.
The mindfulness regarding diet emphasized in Ayurveda, the focus on herbs, and the reduction of stress and calming of the nervous system are also important factors that can help alleviate symptoms and causes in histamine intolerance.
Turmeric has also played an important role in Ayurveda for centuries. If you want to integrate turmeric into your everyday life very simply, our KumaFit could be just right for you. It combines turmeric with quercetin and vitamin C from acerola.
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Sources
- Detox – The most important things about detoxification
- Diet with histamine intolerance
- Influence of processing technology on polyphenols
- Secondary plant compounds and their effect on health
- Nuts and seeds: Nutritious packages
- Histamine intolerance: The benefits of vitamins
- Multitalented vitamin B6
- Foods - Vitamin K
