Low-histamine diet and supplements: A guide
Dietary supplements are available in various forms, such as tablets, capsules, powders, effervescent tablets, or liquids . They contain nutrients like minerals and vitamins , which are also found in our food – however, in powder or capsule form, they are concentrated and significantly more potent. In the following blog post, you'll learn what to look for in dietary supplements when following a low-histamine diet and which nutrients are particularly important.
Why is taking dietary supplements beneficial when following a low-histamine diet?
Since a low-histamine diet involves avoiding many foods, it also means missing out on important vitamins and minerals . Furthermore, an overburdened liver or an imbalanced gut can reduce the body's absorption and storage capacity for nutrients. For these reasons, histamine intolerance is often accompanied by nutrient deficiencies . Therefore, it is advisable to have regular nutritional analyses performed by a doctor or naturopathic practitioner to treat any existing deficiencies as needed.
The following nutrients are particularly suitable for a low-histamine diet:
- Vitamin C contributes, among other things, to the normal function of the immune system.
- Vitamin B6 contributes, among other things, to the normal function of the nervous system.
- Zinc contributes to normal skin, among other things.
- Calcium plays a role in cell division, among other things.
- Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function, among other things.
- Quercetin is a naturally occurring bioflavonoid in plants.
- Zeolite is a volcanic rock that binds and removes ammonium compounds and heavy metals.
To ensure the body receives sufficient micronutrients, it can be beneficial to integrate dietary supplements into a low-histamine daily routine.
Low-histamine dietary supplements: What you should look out for when buying them
Capsule shell:
Conventional capsules often consist of animal gelatin or carrageenan . We, on the other hand, use methylcellulose capsules, as these are vegan, low in histamine, and 100% free of histamine-rich excipients such as gelatin or carrageenan.
In our BioticFit we use enteric-coated capsules because it contains 8 different histamine-lowering and neutral bacterial strains , which are therefore released "delayed" where they are needed – namely in the intestine.
Bioavailability:
The bioavailability of a nutrient indicates how well it can be absorbed and utilized by the body. Individual nutrients can already have a significant effect on our bodies, but certain combinations often allow for even better absorption.
- Vitamin K2 and D3
- Iron and Vitamin C
- Turmeric and Quercetin
- Zinc and selenium
Some of our HistaNutri products also have increased bioavailability through the above-mentioned combinations, including our BalanceFit , MucosaFit , KumaFit and EisenFit .
Importance of vitamins, minerals and trace elements
The fundamental difference between vitamins and minerals lies in their origin. Vitamins can be produced by plants and living organisms, whereas minerals are absorbed from the earth. To put it simply, vitamins originate from living nature, and minerals from inanimate nature.
The most well-known minerals include calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc, copper, and selenium. The most well-known vitamins include vitamin C, vitamin B3 (niacin), B6, B7 (biotin), B9 (folate), and B12.
Trace elements, also known as microelements, are minerals that occur in our bodies only in very small quantities. Nevertheless, they should not be neglected, as they are involved in important bodily processes . A deficiency in trace elements can manifest itself through symptoms such as diarrhea or vomiting.
In the case of histamine intolerance, the body often has an increased need for selenium, for example, as this trace element is required for the breakdown of histamine, among other things.
The following trace elements are essential for the organism:
- iron – A deficiency can manifest itself in the form of fatigue and declining physical performance.
- iodine – A severe iodine deficiency can lead to an underactive thyroid.
- zinc – A deficiency can manifest itself, for example, through loss of appetite or hair loss.
- fluoride – A deficiency can lead to, among other things, tooth and bone weakness.
- selenium – A deficiency can manifest itself, for example, through changes in the nails with white spots.
Some of our HistaNutri products contain important trace elements such as Iron, zinc, or selenium :
HistaNutri dietary supplements
Our HistaNutri supplements are all ideal for a A low-histamine diet is suitable . Furthermore, they are all vegan, lab-tested and without unnecessary additives. The development was carried out by cutting-edge science supported and where possible, were Organic plant extracts used.