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Review
. 2024 Apr 19;16(8):1219.
doi: 10.3390/nu16081219.

Histamine Intolerance: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Beyond

Christoph Jochum  1
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Review

Histamine Intolerance: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Beyond

Christoph Jochum. Nutrients. .

Abstract

Histamine intolerance is a condition characterized by the accumulation of histamine to a point that exceeds the body's capacity to eliminate it. Researchers have attributed several reasons to this condition, such as genetic factors, alcohol, and dietary deficiencies, among other elements. Symptoms of histamine intolerance have been found to extend beyond the gastrointestinal tract and to the whole body, with these symptoms being sporadic and non-specific. This review will explore various aspects related to histamine intolerance, such as its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and information related to management.

Keywords: diamine oxidase (DAO); food intolerance; histamine; histamine intolerance.

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Conflict of interest statement

The author declares no conflicts of interest.

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Figure 1
Major factors contributing to the etiology of histamine intolerance.
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Symptoms associated with histamine intolerance.
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