Herbs and histamine: How to use them in a low-histamine diet
Today we take a "histamine look" at herbs. Fortunately, most herbs are excellent for a low-histamine diet. They contain high amounts of minerals and vitamins, which makes them a very good addition to a balanced diet. They also have a lot to offer in terms of flavor and bring variety to low-histamine cuisine! Using herbs usually means you need less salt – this has an additional positive effect on your health.
The following herbs are, for example, ideal for a low-histamine diet:
- Parsley
- Basil
- Thyme
- Marjoram
- Oregano
- Peppermint
- Rosemary
- Mint
- Lovage
- Fennel
Dill and chives in a low-histamine diet
According to the SIGHI list, herbs such as dill and chives are classified as 1, as they are often not well tolerated in large quantities and can cause discomfort in affected individuals, even though chives contain quercetin. Therefore, it is advisable to individually test your tolerance to these herbs.
What role does the preparation of herbs play in a low-histamine diet?
In principle, the quality of the herbs is very important for tolerance in a low-histamine diet, so it is best to opt for pure organic quality. Frozen or dried herbs are also very suitable for a low-histamine diet. However, it is important to avoid mixed herbs, as they often contain intolerant additives such as glutamate, which can cause reactions in affected individuals with histamine intolerance. The additives themselves do not contain histamine, but they lead to an increased release of the body's own histamine in many affected individuals, which is bound in the mast cells of the skin. Restaurant visits should therefore be enjoyed with caution, as spice mixtures such as French fry seasoning or granulated broths are often used in the preparation of dishes there. Mediterranean cuisine is often the most tolerable, as dishes there are more frequently free from such additives.
Low-histamine seasoning of dishes:
Low-histamine recipes: Delicious, flavorful ideas for the kitchen
These carrot fritters are super delicious, low in histamine, and perfect as a meal prep to go. You only need a few ingredients: carrots, water, spelt flour, salt, and olive oil. For the matching dip, you need quark, parsley, and our Organic Herb Salt.
Our tip: If you want to prepare the fritters gluten-free, you can use fine gluten-free oat flakes instead of spelt flour.
Cream cheese board with seeded bread:
Do you know the new food trend Butter Board? We tried this trend low in histamine with oat cream cheese and our HistaFood Organic Seeded Bread . It not only looks great, it also tastes great!
The recipe is not only suitable for a low-histamine diet, but is also gluten-free, lactose-free, and vegan.
You only need oat cream cheese, Organic Seeded Bread, olive oil, pomegranate, rosemary, and Organic Herb Salt.
Our tip: Of course, you can also prepare the whole thing with butter. Your imagination is limitless when it comes to toppings! Try: butter, sea salt, dates, cream cheese, figs (1), honey or butter, HistaFood Organic Vegetable Spread Carrot & Beetroot, spring onion (1).
Green Goddess Salad:
This low-histamine Green Goddess Salad is simply addictive: It is creamy, flavorful, and offers a delicious alternative on the menu.
The recipe is not only suitable for a low-histamine diet, but is also gluten-free, vegan, lactose-free, and suitable for a low-fructose diet.
For the salad, you only need cucumber and pointed cabbage; for the dressing, you need parsley, garlic (1), olive oil, agave thick syrup, acerola juice, macadamia nuts, and Organic Herb Salt.
Our tip: You can also add iceberg lettuce, finely grated zucchini, or lamb's lettuce to the salad.
Would you like to discover even more suitable products for your low-histamine kitchen?
Then our HistaStarter Set might be just right for you. It contains a selection of our most popular organic products and makes it easier for you to get started with a low-histamine diet. This way, you can get to know various products and easily try out many more delicious recipes.
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