Polenta Fries Histamine Information

Polenta fries, a food primarily composed of cornmeal, water, and possibly some seasoning elements, have not been directly linked to any significant impact on histamine levels. There is currently no concrete evidence indicating that corn or corn-derived products such as polenta are naturally high in histamine, liberate histamine, or delay the breakdown of histamine. Specifically speaking, the primary ingredient of polenta fries, cornmeal, does not appear on the general list of foods with high histamine content, foods that delay the breakdown of histamine, or histamine liberators. However, if any additives or preservatives are included in the preparation of the polenta fries, they could possibly act as histamine liberators. Additional ingredients such as cheese or tomato sauce, often used for topping or dipping, could introduce higher histamine content to the meal as these products are known to have high histamine levels. Certain seasonings used with the fries could potentially affect histamine levels. For example, if nutmeg is used, it could delay the breakdown of histamine. But these secondary ingredients and their impacts entirely depend on the specific recipe used for the fries. Yet, the key ingredients of traditional polenta fries as a standalone dish should not significantly impact histamine levels. Since the specifics of ingredients used in polenta fries can vary widely and individual reactions to foods can differ even more, those with concerns about histamine should always approach new foods with caution and consult their doctors or dieticians if they have any doubts or experience any symptoms. Reference: 1. Maintz, L., & Novak, N. (2007). Histamine and histamine intolerance. The American journal of clinical nutrition, 85(5), 1185-1196. 2. https://www.histamineintolerance.org.uk/about/the-food-diary/the-food-list/ Please note: This product has not been researched well enough to publish any direct information regarding its effect on histamine levels. Our team is working hard on this, and data will be available soon.