Shawarma Histamine Information

Shawarma is a Middle Eastern dish commonly made with meats such as chicken, lamb, and beef, which are marinated and grilled. These meats could raise your histamine levels since aged and processed meats are known to contain high amounts of histamine. Additives used in processed meats may prompt histamine release, turning these ingredients into histamine "liberators". Moreover, if shawarma is topped with tomatoes (a high-histamine food), or spiced with certain spices like nutmeg (which can delay histamine breakdown), the histamine levels could increase further. Another common ingredient in shawarma is yoghurt-based marinade or sauce. Yoghurt is among foods with high histamine content. Fermented foods, such as vinegar, usually found in pickles served with shawarma, can be high in histamine as well. Shawarmas are often served with bread, and if the type of bread used contains yeast, this could lead to a rise in histamine due to yeast's high histamine content. Despite these potential impacts on histamine levels, it's important to consider that the effect of individual ingredients can vary, and the overall influence on histamine is dependent on how these ingredients interact and how your body handles histamine. It's also noteworthy that some ingredients used in shawarma, like certain fresh vegetables and spices (like turmeric), might have anti-inflammatory or anti-histamine effects, potentially counterbalancing some of the histamine-related impacts. However, a comprehensive scientific review on the specific impact of shawarma consumption on histamine levels in those susceptible to histamine intolerance is currently lacking. Therefore, individual experiences might differ and further research is needed. In conclusion, if you are sensitive to histamine, it may be appropriate to consume shawarma with caution and pay attention to how your body responds to the meal. References: 1. Maintz, L., & Novak, N. (2007). Histamine and histamine intolerance. The American journal of clinical nutrition, 85(5), 1185-1196. 2. Rosell-Camps, A., Zibetti, S., Pérez-Esteban, G., Vila-Vidal, M., Ferrés-Ramis, L., & García-Teresa-García, E. (2013). Histamine intolerance as a cause of chronic digestive complaints in pediatric patients. Revista Española de Enfermedades Digestivas, 105. Please note, this product has not been researched well enough to publish any further information. Our team is actively working on this. Data will be available soon.