Acai Bowl Histamine Information

Eating an Acai bowl impacts histamine levels largely depending on the specific ingredients used in the bowl. Acai berries by themselves are not listed as a high-histamine food, or known histamine liberator. However, different components of an acai bowl could potentially affect the histamine level in different ways. Berries, including acai, are generally considered low histamine producing (1). Yet, some toppings commonly used in acai bowls such as bananas, strawberries, and nuts can release histamine (2,3). Certain additional toppings, like raw cocoa or powdered superfoods, might increase histamine levels, as they are regarded as histamine-liberating foods (3). On the other hand, whole grains, typically used as an ingredient in some acai bowls, are known to lower histamine levels (4). This interaction could potentially counteract any potential increase in histamine levels due to other ingredients. The individual histamine response to an acai bowl will significantly depend on the particular constitution and tolerance of each person. Without specific research on acai bowls and histamine levels, the exact impact remains difficult to estimate. This product has not been researched well enough to publish any informations, our team is working hard on this. Data will be available soon. References: 1. Maintz L, Novak N. Histamine and histamine intolerance. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2007;85(5):1185-1196. 2. Food Intolerance Diagnostics. Histamine intolerance. Available at: http://www.food-intolerance-network.com/food-intolerances/histamine-intolerance/list-of-histamine-liberators-and-other-substances-which-also-release-histamine.html 3. Histamine Intolerance Awareness. Histamine Intolerance Food List. Available at: https://www.histamineintolerance.org.uk/about/the-food-diary/the-food-list/ 4. Reed B. The Everything Guide to the Low-FODMAP Diet. Simon and Schuster. 2016.