Vermicelli Pudding Histamine Information

Vermicelli Pudding, often called Seviyan or Semiya Payasam, is a dessert commonly enjoyed in many parts of the world. Its primary ingredient is vermicelli, a type of pasta similar to spaghetti but thinner. In addition to vermicelli, the pudding often contains milk, sugar, and sometimes garnishes such as nuts and dried fruits. It should be noted that while vermicelli and milk (main components of the pudding) do not appear on the list of high-histamine foods, they also do not feature as substances that inhibit the breakdown of histamine either. There are no widely available studies directly linking vermicelli or milk to significant changes in histamine levels. Therefore, their impact on histamine levels seems to largely depend on individual sensitivity, which can vary greatly. On the other hand, additives or garnishes such as nuts, raisins, or certain spices like nutmeg, used in some varieties of vermicelli pudding could potentially function as histamine liberators or influence the breakdown of histamine. Nuts are known to potentially interfere with histamine metabolism, and certain spices and additives may lead to the release of histamine even though they do not contain it. In summary, Vermicelli Pudding's impact on histamine levels will potentially be insignificant if consumed plain. However, this could change based on the addition of other ingredients, such as certain nuts and spices. Therefore, those monitoring their histamine intake should be aware of potential variances caused by specific recipe variations. References: "High histamine foods and drinks." histamine intolerance UK. Accessed on 20th November 2021. "Food intolerance." Better Health Channel. Accessed on 20th November 2021. "Hidden Histamine In Your Food – It’s More Than Just Red Wine And Cheese." Nutritionist Meets Chef. Accessed on 20th November 2021.