Biohacking News by Zestology Everything you need to know about histamine intolerance - Dr Janice Joneja #216
Apr 15, 2019
Dr. Janice Joneja, a renowned researcher and author focused on food allergies and histamine intolerance, shares crucial insights into histamine issues. She explains how histamine can cause various symptoms and highlights the importance of proper diagnosis. With a fascinating 'bucket model', she illustrates how histamine's cumulative effects can lead to intolerance. Dr. Joneja clarifies dietary choices, noting that coffee is often tolerated, while also discussing the complexities of supplements and the importance of a personalized low-histamine diet.
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Food Lists Differ Because Of Bias
- Public histamine food lists vary because authors introduce biases and misunderstand other mediators.
- Trust curated expert sources like the Swiss Interest Group, which revises lists based on evidence.
Expert Who Lives With Histamine Deficit
- Dr Janice revealed she has deficits in most genes that code for histamine-breakdown enzymes.
- She used her condition to drive decades of research and patient guidance on histamine intolerance.
Benzoates Can Release Histamine
- Some foods release histamine via other chemicals (e.g., benzoates) rather than containing histamine itself.
- Tea and certain berries contain natural benzoates that can trigger histamine release in sensitive people.