Histamine intolerance is a condition where your body is unable to break down histamine properly. This causes an increased concentration of histamine in the body. The condition can be temporary or permanent and affects approximately 2% of people in the world.
Causes
The cause of histamine intolerance is a decrease of an enzyme that regulates histamine in the body. This can occur due to genetics, diet, medications, or digestive tract disorders (such as inflammatory bowel syndrome).
Symptoms
Common symptoms include migraines, headaches, irregular menstruation cycle, fatigue, or skin rashes.
Treatment
Treatment for histamine intolerance focuses on reducing histamine levels in the body and managing symptoms. The first approach is a low-histamine diet – you avoid foods that are high in histamine. The next primary approaches include DAO supplements and probiotics.
If you suspect having histamine intolerance, always consult the symptoms and treatment with your doctor.