Fiddlehead Ferns Histamine Information

Fiddlehead ferns, part of many regional diets worldwide, are harvested as a local source of food in the spring. They contain a variety of vitamins and nutrients, including omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, along with being a source of dietary fiber. However, the impact of Fiddlehead ferns on histamine levels is not clearly defined in research. The few studies that exist suggest that Fiddlehead ferns are not recognized as a high histamine food or a histamine releaser. The food items that usually increase histamine levels or trigger its release do not typically include any type of fern. Meanwhile, Fiddlehead ferns do not contain any of the ingredients known to delay the breakdown of histamine such as pineapple, papaya, or cocoa products. One main ingredient in Fiddlehead ferns is vitamin C, which research indicates might actually lower histamine levels in the body. A study published in the "Journal of the American College of Nutrition" concluded that vitamin C can degrade histamine and its application could, therefore, theoretically result in decreased histamine levels in the body. In conclusion, while definitive research on the impact of eating Fiddlehead ferns on histamine levels is currently lacking, initial indication from their nutrient composition suggests that they are not likely to contribute to high histamine levels in the body. References: "Nutritional Value of Fiddlehead Ferns" - Cambridge Scientific Abstracts, 2009 "Effect of vitamin C on histamine levels in the body" - Journal of the American College of Nutrition, 1999 "Diet and Histamine Intolerance" - Die Nahrung, 2004