Which Optibac are suitable for histamine intolerance?

Histamine is a natural chemical your body makes, which we also get from food and drink. Histamine helps with important jobs including digestion, immune responses like sneezing and itching, and sending messages in the brain.

Histamine intolerance (HIT) happens when your body can’t break down excess histamine properly. This leads to a buildup that can cause symptoms like headaches, digestive issues, flushing, hives, and nasal congestion, especially after eating certain high-histamine foods such as mature cheese, processed meat, tomatoes, pineapple, and alcohol. It could be worth monitoring your intake of these foods to see if cutting down makes a positive difference to symptoms.

The good news is that all Optibac supplements are suitable for people with histamine intolerance. The strains of friendly bacteria we use in our supplements are highly researched and backed by credible science. The most important thing is to choose a supplement containing strains researched for your individual requirements. However, to reassure you, all our strains have been tested and have been found NOT to produce biogenic amines, including histamine.

For example, if you are looking for a high-strength digestive supplement without FOS fibres then we suggest Every Day EXTRA.

Alternatively, if a clearer mind and hormonal balance is your main goal then Women's Wellbeing, which contains 12 billion friendly bacteria, plus Vitamin D, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Biotin, might be most suitable.

Plenty of our customers take more than one Optibac supplement at the same time, because each supplement in the range targets individual life stages and needs. 

For personalised advice on which supplement to choose please get in touch with our Nutrition Team who will be able to guide you.