Episode 7 - The Real Reason Certain Foods Make You Miserable
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Episode 7 - The Real Reason Certain Foods Make You Miserable
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Discover how the enzyme Diamine Oxidase (DAO) affects histamine intolerance and why it might be the missing piece in understanding your symptoms.
• DAO is an extracellular digestive enzyme that breaks down histamine from food and drinks
• DAO deficiency can occur from gut damage, inflammation, or conditions like IBS, IBD, and SIBO
• Nutrient deficiencies in copper, vitamin B6, vitamin C, zinc, and magnesium can reduce DAO effectiveness
• Genetic variances like AOC1 SNPs may cause naturally lower DAO production
• Over 50 medications including NSAIDs, antidepressants, and antihistamines can block DAO production
• Hormonal fluctuations during perimenopause, menopause, and menstrual cycles affect DAO levels
• Alcohol inhibits DAO production while also adding to histamine load
• Stress depletes nutrients needed for DAO and contributes significantly to deficiency
• Many women take DAO supplements to help manage symptoms when eating high histamine foods
If you're ready to begin a low histamine diet, you can download the low histamine diet starter plan on my website at histaminehealthcoach.com. I've also gathered trusted supplement options in the wellness booster section for those who have spoken with their physician.