Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is high in Histamine. It has low levels of Fructose, Sucrose, Tyramine, Salicylate and Nickel. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)High
Vinegar is fermented twice — first to alcohol, then to acetic acid — and bacteria build histamine at both stages. Ageing in wood adds more, so balsamic and sherry vinegar sit at the top. A splash in a dressing is a small volume, but it is concentrated: this is one of the most overlooked triggers.
- FructoseLow
- SucroseLow
- TyramineLow
- SalicylateLow
- NickelLow
- FODMAPsNone
- LactoseNone
- GlutenNo
- OligosaccharidesNone
- SorbitolNone
- OxalatesNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does balsamic vinegar affect?
balsamic vinegar is notable for Histamine, Fructose, Sucrose, Tyramine, Salicylate and Nickel.
Does balsamic vinegar contain Histamine?
Yes — balsamic vinegar is high in Histamine. Vinegar is fermented twice — first to alcohol, then to acetic acid — and bacteria build histamine at both stages. Ageing in wood adds more, so balsamic and sherry vinegar sit at the top. A splash in a dressing is a small volume, but it is concentrated: this is one of the most overlooked triggers.
Does balsamic vinegar contain Fructose?
balsamic vinegar contains only low levels of Fructose.
Does balsamic vinegar contain Sucrose?
balsamic vinegar contains only low levels of Sucrose.
Does balsamic vinegar contain Tyramine?
balsamic vinegar contains only low levels of Tyramine. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.