Herring
Herring is high in Histamine. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)High
Herring builds histamine faster than almost any other fish once caught, and it is rarely sold truly fresh — rollmops, matjes, kippers and other pickled, salted or smoked preparations all raise it further. Cooking does not destroy histamine. Treat any herring that is not demonstrably just-caught and kept cold as high.
- FODMAPsNone
- LactoseNone
- GlutenNone
- FructoseNone
- OligosaccharidesNone
- SorbitolNone
- SucroseNone
- TyramineNone
- SalicylateNone
- NickelNone
- OxalatesNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
React to Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)? Check these too
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does herring affect?
herring is notable for Histamine.
Does herring contain Histamine?
Yes — herring is high in Histamine. Herring builds histamine faster than almost any other fish once caught, and it is rarely sold truly fresh — rollmops, matjes, kippers and other pickled, salted or smoked preparations all raise it further. Cooking does not destroy histamine. Treat any herring that is not demonstrably just-caught and kept cold as high. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.