Sorbet Histamine Information

Sorbet, a frozen dessert primarily made from sweetened water, flavorings, and fruit juices or purees, could potentially impact histamine levels due to its ingredients. As there isn't much specific research on sorbet and histamine levels, an examination of constituent ingredients offers a better understanding. Many sorbets have citric ingredients such as lemon, lime, or other fruits. Certain fruits including citrus fruits, are known to act as histamine liberators. They do not contain histamine themselves but may stimulate its release within the body, potentially leading to higher histamine levels (1). Meanwhile, other fruits used in sorbets, such as pineapple and papaya, may contribute to delaying the breakdown of histamine in the body. They contain enzymes (bromelain and papain respectively) that interfere with diamine oxidase (DAO), an enzyme that helps detoxify histamine in the body (2). However, not all fruits provoke histamine release or inhibit its breakdown. For instances, mangoes, grapes, and apples, often used in sorbets, contain relatively low levels of histamines and do not appear to act as liberators or DAO inhibitors (3). The impact of a sorbet on histamine levels would thus depend on the specific fruits used. Also, some additives or preservatives used in packaged sorbets may function as histamine liberators, however, this is more likely with commercially prepared products rather than homemade ones (1). In conclusion, while not high in histamine themselves, certain sorbets created from specific fruits or containing certain additives may stimulate histamine release or inhibit its breakdown in the body. It's essential to consider the exact ingredients in sorbet to determine its potential impact on histamine levels. References: 1. Maintz, Laura, and Natalija Novak. "Histamine and histamine intolerance." The American journal of clinical nutrition 85.5 (2007): 1185-1196. 2. Schnedl, Wolfgang J., et al. "Evaluation of symptoms and symptom combinations in histamine intolerance." Intest Res 17 (2019): 427-433. 3. Kovacova-Hanuskova, E., et al. "Histamine, histamine intoxication and intolerance." Allergologia et immunopathologia 43.5 (2015): 498-506.