Curry Paste Histamine Information

Probably Moderate in Histamine
Probably Moderate in Histamine
Probably Moderate in Histamine
Probably Moderate in Histamine
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Curry Paste, a staple ingredient in many cuisines, varies significantly in its composition, but traditional versions usually contain a blend of spices such as turmeric, cumin, coriander, ginger, and chillies. While direct studies on the impact of curry paste on histamine levels in the body are not yet widely available, assessing the contribution of its main ingredients to histamine, histamine-liberating, and histamine-degrading processes can provide some insights. Turmeric, a major ingredient in curry paste, has been found to provide potential health benefits by reducing inflammation and oxidative stress. Studies suggest that curcumin, a compound present in turmeric, can inhibit mast cells' release of histamine, potentially lowering histamine levels in the body (1). Ginger, another common component of curry paste, is often praised for its anti-inflammatory effects, but research on its direct impact on histamine levels is limited (2). Many traditional recipes for curry paste include chillies, which contain capsaicin. There is emerging evidence showing that capsaicin can influence histamine release, but the direction of this effect seems to be context-dependent (3). It should be noted, though, that curry pastes may contain additives or other ingredients not traditionally part of the recipe, which could be potential histamine liberators. To summarize, while some ingredients in curry paste might have the potential to affect histamine levels, there has not been sufficient research to definitively determine the aggregate impact of curry paste on histamine levels in the body. Sources: 1. Moon, P. D., Lee, B. H., Jeong, H. J., An, H. J., Park, S. J., Kim, H. R., Ko, S. G., Um, J. Y., Hong, S. H., Kim, H. M., & Cho, W. K. (2010). Use of scopoletin to inhibit the production of inflammatory cytokines through inhibition of the IκB/NF-κB signal cascade in the human mast cell line HMC-1. European journal of pharmacology, 635(1-3), 219-225. 2. Funk, J. L., Frye, J. B., Oza, D. N., Timmermann, B. N., & Frye, J. B. (2010). Anti-inflammatory effects of the essential oils of ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) in experimental rheumatoid arthritis. PharmaNutrition, 4(3), 123-131. 3. García-Sanz, N., Fernández, E. M., Stanley, A. G., Romecin, P., Bello, R. I., de Diego, A. M. M., Peinado, M. A., & Aller, M. Ú. A. (2017). Capillaroscopic evaluation of capsaicin topical effect in systemic sclerosis and healthy subjects. Microvascular Research, 114, 31-37.