Energy drink
Energy drink is high in Histamine and Salicylate. It also contains moderate levels of Sucrose. It has low levels of Oxalates. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)High
The caffeine is only part of it: energy drinks stack it with benzoates, azo colours and acidity regulators, several of which are documented histamine liberators. It is the combination, not one ingredient, that puts these near the top.
- SalicylateHigh
- SucroseModerate
- OxalatesLow
- TyramineNone
- FODMAPsNone
- LactoseNone
- OligosaccharidesNone
- SorbitolNone
- FructoseNone
- NickelNone
- GlutenNo
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does energy drink affect?
energy drink is notable for Histamine, Salicylate, Sucrose and Oxalates.
Does energy drink contain Histamine?
Yes — energy drink is high in Histamine. The caffeine is only part of it: energy drinks stack it with benzoates, azo colours and acidity regulators, several of which are documented histamine liberators. It is the combination, not one ingredient, that puts these near the top.
Does energy drink contain Salicylate?
Yes — energy drink is high in Salicylate.
Does energy drink contain Sucrose?
energy drink contains moderate levels of Sucrose.
Does energy drink contain Oxalates?
energy drink contains only low levels of Oxalates. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.