Distillates

Unsuitable

This food is often poorly tolerated with histamine intolerance.

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Alcohol itself blocks the enzyme DAO (diamine oxidase), which breaks down histamine in the body. In addition, many spirits (rum, whiskey, brandy) are produced by fermentation and contain biogenic amines.

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