Soy Milk Histamine Information

Soy milk is a common part of many diets, often consumed as an alternative to cow's milk. Its impact on histamine levels and its role as a possible histamine liberator has been a subject of various studies. However, available research suggests that rather than increasing histamine levels, soy milk might actually have an effect in reducing them. A significant study in this context is the one by Choi & Yan (2016), which examines that isoflavones, a type of phytoestrogen found in soy, can actually inhibit the release of histamine from mast cells in the body [1. Choi, J. H., & Yan, G. H. (2016). Isoflavones inhibit the release of proinflammatory mediators from human mast cells. Archives of Pharmacal Research, 39(5), 599-607]. This suggests that soy products, including soy milk, could potentially be beneficial in moderating histamine release. In an article by Maintz & Novak (2007), it is noted that soy can even display anti-allergic properties [2. Maintz and N. Novak, "Histamine and histamine intolerance," The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, vol. 85, no. 5, pp. 1185–1196, 2007]. Soy milk primarily involves the processing of soybeans that are naturally low in histamine. Thus, it does not contribute to dietary histamine intake, which might occur with high-histamine foods such as preserved meats or aged cheese. However, it's significant to remember individual variations in histamine tolerance levels, and allergic reactions to soy products may occur in certain individuals, which may result in the increased release of histamine. Therefore, while soy milk seems to have potential histamine-lowering benefits and are naturally low in dietary histamine, people with a known soy allergy have to remain attentive. In conclusion, based on the scientific literature to date, soy milk appears to be more of a histamine reducer than a histamine liberator. But, we must still consider individual dietary tolerance and potential allergies to soy products. This product has not been researched well enough to publish any additional information. Our team is working hard on this, and more data will be available soon.