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What is Histamine Intolerance?
Histamine intolerance occurs when your body can’t break down the amount of histamine it accumulates. This imbalance can lead to a range of symptoms, including digestive issues, headaches, skin rashes, and even anxiety. While histamine is naturally produced in the body and found in certain foods, when your body can’t process it efficiently, the excess histamine can cause discomfort and inflammation. Identifying triggers and addressing imbalances can help manage and eradicate this condition long-term.
Our Approach to Histamine Intolerance
Our focus at The Functional Gut Health Clinic is to address the root causes of histamine intolerance while providing relief from symptoms in the short-term. Restoring balance and supporting your body’s ability to break down histamine naturally is our main goal Here’s how we approach histamine intolerance:
Reset strategies for immediate relief
We start by implementing short-term strategies to reduce your symptoms. This could mean adjusting your diet to lower histamine-rich foods or introducing natural supplements like diamine oxidase (DAO) to help your body process histamine more efficiently.Functional testing to identify root causes
To uncover what’s really behind your histamine intolerance, we use functional lab tests that explore potential root causes such as gut infections like SIBO, H. pylori, or imbalances in your gut bacteria, and gather clues for increased intestinal permeability (leaky gut).Addressing the root causes
Once we’ve pinpointed the underlying issues, we create personalized protocols designed to address the root causes of your histamine intolerance. This may involve gut-healing strategies, dietary changes, and natural antimicrobials to improve digestion and histamine breakdown, as well as gut infections and other imbalances that may be contributing to histamine intolerance symptoms.Long-term strategies for sustained gut health
To prevent future flare-ups and keep you feeling your best in the long-run, we focus on building a strong foundation for long-term gut health. With ongoing dietary support, stress management, and lifestyle tweaks, we work to prevent future histamine flare-ups and support your body’s natural detoxification process, all while repairing leaky gut and boosting overall wellness.
By following this comprehensive approach, we help you regain control of your health and experience lasting relief from histamine intolerance symptoms.
Common Questions about Histamine Intolerance
What are the symptoms of histamine intolerance?
Symptoms can vary but often include digestive issues (bloating, diarrhea, constipation), headaches, skin rashes, hives, and anxiety. Managing these symptoms requires reducing histamine intake and supporting your body’s ability to break it down.
How can I test for histamine intolerance?
Histamine intolerance can be identified through functional testing that checks for DAO enzyme levels and other gut-related imbalances like SIBO, H. pylori and bacterial dysbiosis.
What foods should I avoid if I have histamine intolerance?
Foods high in histamine, such as fermented foods, aged cheeses, and alcohol, should be avoided if you have a histamine sensitivity. A low-histamine diet can help reduce symptoms while we address root cause imbalances and work to restore gut health.
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Our team of gut health specialists
At The Functional Gut Health Clinic, our team of gut health specialists brings years of experience in pinpointing and managing histamine intolerance. We go beyond the surface with personalized protocols that address not just your symptoms but the root causes behind them. With a deep understanding of gut health, we’re dedicated to helping you break free from the discomfort of histamine intolerance and find long-term relief. Our holistic approach ensures we target both the symptoms and underlying issues, giving you lasting results and a healthier, happier gut.
Histamine Intolerance Knowledge Base Articles & Resources
How to Test for IBS Root Causes
> Why you need to test, not guess when it comes to IBS
> Common tests for IBS root causes and when we consider using them
> A basic overview of how to do each test
> Example test results for each lab and key markers we look for
IBS Exercises: The best options for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
For IBS sufferers unsure about the best exercise options, it’s important to understand:
> The link between exercise, stress and IBS
> The evidence for exercising with IBS
> Why exercise can trigger IBS symptoms and why chronic cardio may not be the best idea
> What exercises work best for IBS
If you’re looking to work with a team of gut health experts, we’re here to help.
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