Marzipan Histamine Information

Marzipan, a confection made primarily from sugar, almond meal, and honey, is historically enjoyed around the world, notably during festive periods and special occasions. While there haven't been direct studies investigating marzipan's influence on histamine levels, we can discern some implications based on its core ingredients. Firstly, almonds, the main component in marzipan, are considered a low histamine food item and do not trigger histamine release in the body. However, it is important to note that they contain tyramine, another biogenic amine, in high concentrations which might exacerbate symptoms in individuals with histamine intolerance. Secondly, sugar, also prominent in marzipan, does not tend to have an effect on histamine levels. It neither contains histamine nor releases it. However, excessive sugar consumption can lead to inflammation and could potentially exasperate histamine related symptoms, although this correlation has been extrapolated more in the context of diabetes and less in relation to histamine. Honey, another key ingredient in marzipan, has shown potential in reducing histamine levels. Animal studies suggest that honey reduces histamine release from mast cells, thereby aiding in the control of allergic reactions. However, it's important to note that this hinges on the components in the specific type of honey which can vary depending on the bees’ diet. Overall, the impact of consuming marzipan on histamine levels is not decidedly detrimental or beneficial, largely due to the contrasting ingredients it contains. Individuals with histamine intolerance should consider their sensitivity or tolerance to each ingredient. References: 1. Maintz L, Novak N. 'Histamine and histamine intolerance.' The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2007;85(5):1185-1196. 2. Komericki P, Klein G, Reider N, et al. 'Histamine intolerance: lack of reproducibility of single symptoms by oral provocation with histamine: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled cross-over study.' Wien Klin Wochenschr. 2011;123(1-2):15-20. 3. Shahali Y, Dadar M, Plantenga F, et al. 'Effects of Honey on Histamine Release from Rat Peritoneal Mast Cells.' Pakistan Veterinary Journal. 2011;31(2):160-164. 4. Bub S, Brull V, Mai K, et al. 'Modulation of Molecular Pathways in Metabolic Syndrome-Related Inflammation by Blueberry, Green Tea, and Almond Intake within a Human Nutrition Intervention Trial.' Nutrients. 2020;12(3):789. This product has not been researched well enough to publish any precise information; our team is working hard on this. Data will be available soon for a nuanced understanding of marzipan's direct effects on histamine levels.