Ginger and histamine: relationship, tolerability and health benefits
Today, we're taking a "histamine look" at ginger. It became known for its sharp taste, but for a long time, it was rather unpopular. In recent years, however, ginger has become increasingly popular and is often used to prepare spicy tea or to flavor delicious dishes. But is ginger suitable for a low-histamine diet or is it rather high in histamine? We answer this question here.
Ginger at a Glance: Origin, Taste, and Quality
Ginger refers to the small root offsets of ginger plants, which belong to the family of spice lilies. Ideally, they should be young and tender, otherwise, they easily become woody and too sharp. Originally, ginger comes from the East Asian rainforests and was first cultivated in India around 3,000 years ago.
Taste-wise, ginger is spicy-sharp. The younger and fresher the ginger root, the more aromatic it is. In addition, it should be noted that the larger the tuber, the sharper it is.
Tips for Buying and Storing Ginger
Ginger is available all year round in every common supermarket. If the ginger rhizomes look plump and the cut surface has a strong yellow color, this indicates very good quality. You should preferably not store ginger in the refrigerator, as it quickly starts to mold there. So it's better to store it at room temperature in an airy place.
According to the SIGHI list, ginger is rated with 1, but in most cases, it is very well tolerated. It contains quercetin, citral, and linoleic acid. These substances have a proven histamine-lowering effect and are also referred to as a natural antihistamine.
- low-histamine diet
- gluten-free diet
- lactose-free diet
- low-nickel diet
- low-sorbitol diet
- low-salicylate diet
- low-fructose diet
Ginger as a Potential Histamine Blocker
Traditionally, ginger has been used as an H2 blocker (histamine receptor for histamine formation), but a study from 2009 showed that it also acts as a mast cell stabilizer. According to another study, ginger is even able to inhibit allergic reactions.
Uses of Ginger: Versatile Applications in the Kitchen
You can use ginger in many ways in your everyday life. It goes excellently with savory dishes, desserts, dishes with fruit, vegetables, potatoes, rice, pasta, and meat. Also with bread, cakes, and pastries. It is also ideal in a drink as a warming tea or as refreshing ginger water.
Moreover, ginger is very often an ingredient in ready-made spice blends. However, with spice blends, you should be careful, as they often contain additives that are less suitable for a low-histamine diet.
If you enjoy incorporating ginger into your diet, you can also combine it wonderfully with other plant-based ingredients. Our Organic Smoothie Powder contains broccoli, barley grass, turmeric, moringa, spirulina, and wild blueberries and is ideal as a base for smoothies or creative recipes. It is suitable for a low-histamine, low-fructose, gluten-free, and lactose-free diet.
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Low-Histamine Recipe Ideas with Ginger
Below you will find some very delicious recipes for which you can excellently use ginger.
Mango Curry:
You will love this fruity and delicious recipe from Asia!
The recipe is: low-histamine, gluten-free, lactose-free
You need the following ingredients:
- Mango (1)
- Chicken breast fillet
- Roasting olive oil
- Fennel seeds
- Cinnamon stick
- Garlic (1)
- HistaFood Vegetable Broth
- Ginger (1)
- Turmeric
- Coriander
- Paprika powder
- Coconut milk
- Acerola juice
- Salt
Napa Cabbage Salad with Almond Butter Dressing:
This low-histamine Napa cabbage salad with almond butter dressing is quickly prepared and brings a delicious variety to the menu.
The recipe is: low-histamine, gluten-free, lactose-free, vegan
You need the following ingredients:
- Napa cabbage
- Red bell pepper
- Spring onion (1)
- Carrots
- Garlic (1)
- Ginger (1)
- HistaFood Asian Sauce
- Maple syrup
- Acerola juice
- Almond butter (1)
- Olive oil
- Chopped almonds (1)
Indian Pav Bhaji:
Pav Bhaji is a delicious vegetable puree from Indian cuisine. With this low-histamine recipe, you can easily prepare and enjoy it at home.
The recipe is: low-histamine, gluten-free, vegetarian
You need the following ingredients:
- Potatoes
- Cauliflower
- Butter
- Roasting olive oil
- Onion (1)
- Ginger (1)
- Garlic (1)
- HistaFood Vegetable Sauce
- Red bell pepper
- Salt
- Paprika powder
- Coriander powder
- Turmeric
- Fresh coriander
- Acerola juice
Are you looking for more low-histamine products for your daily life? Then our HistaStarter Set might be just right for you. It contains a selection of our most popular organic foods and helps you prepare varied and delicious meals for a low-histamine diet – ideal for trying out or as an introduction to a low-histamine everyday life.
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