30 High-Histamine Foods
Fermented Foods (Very High)
Sauerkraut
Kimchi
Kombucha
Yogurt
Kefir
Soy sauce
Miso
Vinegar + anything made with vinegar
Aged or Cured Foods
Aged cheeses (cheddar, parmesan, gouda, blue cheese, etc.)
Cured meats (salami, pepperoni, prosciutto)
Smoked meats and fish
Bacon
Leftover meats (histamine rises fast as they sit)
Alcohol
Red wine
Beer
Champagne
Hard cider
Certain Fruits
Strawberries
Tomatoes
Avocado
Pineapple
Dried fruits (raisins, dates, apricots)
Certain Vegetables
Eggplant
Spinach
Fermented pickles
Olives
Fish (Especially Not Fresh-Caught + Stored)
Tuna
Mackerel
Sardines
Anchovies
Keep Reading
Now that you know what to avoid, see what you can eat: Low Histamine Food List
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