Understanding Histamine Intolerance: Causes and Management

Discover why you might suddenly have a histamine allergy and how to manage it effectively.

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A sudden allergy to histamine might be due to a condition called histamine intolerance. This can result from an imbalance between histamine intake and the body’s ability to break it down. Symptoms include headaches, hives, and digestive issues. Managing it involves limiting high-histamine foods and possibly using antihistamines.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What causes histamine intolerance? Histamine intolerance is caused by an imbalance between histamine intake and the body's ability to break it down effectively.
  2. What are the common symptoms of histamine intolerance? Common symptoms include headaches, hives, digestive problems, and other allergic reactions.
  3. How can histamine intolerance be managed? Management involves limiting high-histamine foods and may include the use of antihistamines.
  4. What foods should be avoided with histamine intolerance? Foods such as aged cheeses, cured meats, fermented products, and certain fruits should be avoided.

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