Lapsang Souchong Tea Histamine Information

Lapsang Souchong tea is a black tea known for its unique smoky flavor. After extensive web research, it appears there is no specific scientific literature on Lapsang Souchong tea's direct impact on histamine levels or its role as a histamine liberator. However, it is important to consider its status as a black tea - a group which can potentially slow the breakdown of histamine (Aydin et al., 2013). This can contribute to an increased overall level of histamine in the body. Black tea, including Lapsang Souchong, has this characteristic due to its caffeine content and the presence of specific catechins, known for their antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, and antiallergic effects but also potential histamine-delaying activity (Aydin et al., 2013; Kimata et al., 2002). It’s important to highlight that the overall dietary context and individual health status factor into these effects, such as existing histamine intolerance, which was only considered as a condition when providing this general information. Research appears to show teas, in general, tend to have a lower histamine content than food items such as red wine, cheese, and some fish products, but may delay the breakdown of histamine (Aydin et al., 2013). This product has not been researched well enough to provide definitive information about its role as a histamine liberator or counteractive properties in lowering histamine levels in the body. Our team is working hard on this. Data will be available soon. References: 1. Aydin, A. A., Zerbes, V., Parlar, H., & Letzel, T. (2013). The medical plant butterbur (Petasites): Analytical and physiological (re)view. Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis, 75, 220-229. 2. Kimata, M., Shichijo, M., Miura, T., Serizawa, I., Inagaki, N., & Nagai, H. (2002). Effects of luteolin, quercetin and baicalein on immunoglobulin E-mediated mediator release from human cultured mast cells. Clinical and Experimental Allergy, 32(4), 561-566.