Probably High in Histamine
Probably High in Histamine
Probably High in Histamine
Probably High in Histamine
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Additional Informations
Shrimps, like other shellfish, can be classified as invertebrate seafood. According to a source from the Swiss Interest Group Histamine Intolerance (SIGHI), shrimp are considered histamine liberators, meaning while they may not have high histamine levels themselves, they can promote the release of histamine in the body, potentially contributing to symptoms in individuals sensitive to histamine.
In the context of the foods mentioned, several are high in histamine such as red wine, hard cheese, smoked meats, and canned fish, while others like pineapple, nuts, and cocoa products are known to inhibit an enzyme involved in histamine breakdown called diamine oxidase (DAO), which may increase histamine levels in the body. Also, certain foods like strawberries, pineapples, and walnuts, in addition to shrimps, function as histamine liberators, potentially leading to higher histamine levels.
It's important to note that individual reactions to these foods can vary greatly, and the overall dietary histamine load should be considered. However, some exceptions are foods believed to lower histamine levels in the body, although the information on this topic is less abundant or clear. Please consider consulting a healthcare provider if you have concerns around dietary histamine.
No specific research on shrimp's effect on histamine levels was found, thus it falls under the category of "This product has not been researched well enough to publish any informations, our team is working hard on this. Data will be available soon".
Sources:
Maintz, L., & Novak, N. (2007). Histamine and histamine intolerance. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 85(5), 1185-1196.
Swiss Interest Group Histamine Intolerance (SIGHI).
Maintz, L., & Novak, N. (2007). Histamine and histamine intolerance. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 85(5), 1185-1196.
Misselwitz, B., Butter, M., Verbeke, K., & Fox, M.R. (2019). Update on lactose malabsorption and intolerance: pathogenesis, diagnosis and clinical management. Gut, 68(11), 2080-2091.
