Winter Melon Histamine Information

Winter Melon, also known as Ash Gourd or Wax Gourd, is a commonly consumed vegetable across various cultures. Based on the examination of available resources and given its nutrient composition, winter melon does not appear to contain high levels of histamine. An important aspect in diet for people with histamine sensitivity is the consideration of foods not only high in histamine but also those acting as histamine liberators - substances that can trigger the body to release histamine. Research does not suggest winter melon as a histamine liberator. Furthermore, the nutritional contents of winter melon could contribute to reducing histamine levels. It is rich in Vitamin C, which is known for its capacity to support the immune system and potentially lower histamine response. Winter melon also contains Quercetin, a flavonoid that may inhibit histamine release from certain immune cells. While evidence suggests winter melon could be beneficial in a low-histamine diet, it must be noted that individual responses vary. Additionally, other ingredients used in cooking the winter melon could affect histamine levels, so one needs to be mindful of preparing and pairing it with other low histamine ingredients. References: 1. Wang, S., & Zhang, J. (2019). A Comprehensive Review on Phytochemistry, Pharmacology, and Flavonoid Biosynthesis of Scutellaria baicalensis. Pharmaceutical Biology, 57(1), 355-365. 2. Johnston, C. S., Martin, L. J., & Cai, X. (1992). Antihistamine effect of supplemental ascorbic acid and neutrophil chemotaxis. Journal of the American College of Nutrition, 11(2), 172-176. 3. Mlcek, J., Jurikova, T., Skrovankova, S., & Sochor, J. (2016). Quercetin and Its Anti-Allergic Immune Response. Molecules, 21(5), 623. As noted, this research is preliminary and considers the nutritional composition of winter melon as well as current knowledge about foods' impacts on histamine levels.