Cocoa powder
Cocoa powder is high in Nickel and Oxalates. It also contains moderate levels of Histamine. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- NickelHigh
- OxalatesHigh
cocoa and dark chocolate are very high in oxalates, and the more cocoa it contains, the more oxalate. Milk chocolate has less oxalate but still adds up if you eat a lot.
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)Moderate
cocoa and chocolate are histamine liberators and also block DAO, the enzyme that clears histamine, a double problem for sensitive people. The darker and more cocoa-rich, the stronger the effect on histamine.
- TyramineNone
- SalicylateNone
- SucroseNone
- FODMAPsNone
- LactoseNone
- OligosaccharidesNone
- SorbitolNone
- FructoseNone
- GlutenNo
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does cocoa powder affect?
cocoa powder is notable for Nickel, Oxalates and Histamine.
Does cocoa powder contain Nickel?
Yes — cocoa powder is high in Nickel.
Does cocoa powder contain Oxalates?
Yes — cocoa powder is high in Oxalates. cocoa and dark chocolate are very high in oxalates, and the more cocoa it contains, the more oxalate. Milk chocolate has less oxalate but still adds up if you eat a lot.
Does cocoa powder contain Histamine?
cocoa powder contains moderate levels of Histamine. cocoa and chocolate are histamine liberators and also block DAO, the enzyme that clears histamine, a double problem for sensitive people. The darker and more cocoa-rich, the stronger the effect on histamine. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.