Amchur Powder Histamine Information

Amchur powder, also known as Mango powder, is a popular Indian spice made from dried green mangoes. While there isn't direct research available specifying its impact on histamine levels, we can analyze its potential effects based on the known characteristics of its ingredients. Mangoes inherently contain an enzyme called 'histaminase,' a naturally occurring enzyme that works to break down histamine in the body. This indicates that raw mangoes could potentially help reduce histamine levels in the body, limiting the adverse effects of histamine intolerance. However, during the manufacturing process of amchur, the mangoes are sundried, which might affect the histaminase enzyme's stability and its potential to work against histamine. Additionally, it's worth noting that amchur acts as a souring agent in dishes, an alternative to tamarind or lime. For those with histamine intolerance, tamarind has been reported as a high-histamine food, and citrus fruits, including lime, are considered histamine liberators. From this perspective, choosing amchur over these ingredients could potentially reduce the overall histamine level in a meal. The usage of spices including amchur is usually in minor amounts and the minuscule quantity may not have a significant impact on the overall histamine level in the diet. However, individual tolerance can vary greatly, and for some people even small amounts may trigger symptoms. In summary, while amchur is derived from mangoes that are known to have histaminase enzymes, more specific research is required to fully understand the impact of amchur powder on histamine levels. For now, "This product has not been researched well enough to publish any information. Our team is working hard on this. Data will be available soon". References: 1. Maintz, L, and N Novak. “Histamine and histamine intolerance.” The American journal of clinical nutrition vol. 85,5 (2007): 1185-96. 2. Joneja JV, Carmona-Silva C. Outcome of a supervised elimination diet for histamine intolerance. J Nutr Environ Medicine. 2001;11(4):249-262. 3. "Bioactive Compounds in Mango (Mangifera Indica L.) and Their Role in Human Health," Urszula Złotek, Sylwia Świąder, Ewelina Jakubczyk, Bożena Karasiewicz, Zygmunt S. W. Świerk, Journal of Chemistry, vol. 2016. 4. Histamine and Histamine Intolerance, Laura Maintz and Natalija Novak, American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Volume 85, Issue 5, May 2007.