Baby Bok Choy Histamine Information

Baby Bok Choy, a type of Chinese cabbage, is not particularly known for its histamine content nor has been widely studied in terms of its impact on histamine levels. In general, fresh vegetables such as Baby Bok Choy, are typically considered low in histamine and aren't usually histamine liberators. Such fresh produce may even have the potential to help counterbalance some of the effects of high histamine foods. However, how Bok Choy is prepared might affect its histamine level due to the specific ingredients used. For example, if vinegar, tomatoes, or smoked meat - all known to have high histamine - are incorporated in cooking Baby Bok Choy, the overall histamine level of the dish may increase. As much as Baby Bok Choy is generally low in histamine, there is limited scientific research conducted specifically relating to its histamine content and its capacity to either liberate or lower histamine (American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology, 2020). Currently, our understanding of histamine and food is still developing, with much research focusing more on the more commonly eaten foods, particularly those of western diets. As ongoing studies unfold, information concerning the full extent of the histamine relationship of foods like Baby Bok Choy will tend to be more definitive. References: 1. Maintz, L., & Novak, N. (2007). Histamine and histamine intolerance. Am J Clin Nutr, 85(5), 1185-1196. doi:10.1093/ajcn/85.5.1185 2. Joneja, J. M. (2016). Histamine intolerance - symptoms, diagnosis, diet. Patient.info. 3. “Histamine Toxicity", American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology, 2020.