Chili pepper
Other names chilli pepper, chilli
Chili pepper: moderate in histamine; low in tyramine. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)Moderate
Chilli is a liberator — capsaicin prompts release rather than supplying histamine. Heat level tracks the effect, so milder varieties are the lever.
- TyramineLow
Chilli peppers carry little tyramine, fresh or dried, and they are eaten in pinches rather than portions - two reasons the level stays where it is. A fermented chilli sauce is a different food.
Sources· 1
- Sen N.P., Journal of Food Science 34 (1969) 22-26, per-food tyramine content
- SalicylateNone
- SucroseNone
- FODMAPsNone
- LactoseFODMAPsNone
- OligosaccharidesFODMAPsNone
- SorbitolFODMAPsNone
- FructoseFODMAPsNone
- NickelNone
- OxalatesNone
- GlutenNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
Note about this food
Spicy food may irritate the gut and make it more sensitive to histamine
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does chili pepper affect?
Chili pepper is notable for histamine and tyramine. Clear on salicylate, sucrose, FODMAPs, lactose, oligosaccharides, sorbitol, fructose, nickel, oxalates and gluten.
Does chili pepper contain histamine?
Chili pepper contains moderate levels of histamine. Chilli is a liberator — capsaicin prompts release rather than supplying histamine. Heat level tracks the effect, so milder varieties are the lever.
Does chili pepper contain tyramine?
Chili pepper contains only low levels of tyramine. Chilli peppers carry little tyramine, fresh or dried, and they are eaten in pinches rather than portions - two reasons the level stays where it is. A fermented chilli sauce is a different food. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.
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