Papaya
Papaya contains moderate levels of Histamine. It has low levels of Salicylate. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)Moderate
this fruit holds little histamine itself but is a histamine liberator, prompting the body to release its own histamine even when perfectly fresh. Sensitive people often react to that released histamine whatever the freshness.
- SalicylateLow
- TyramineNone
- SucroseNone
- FODMAPsNone
- LactoseNone
- OligosaccharidesNone
- SorbitolNone
- FructoseNone
- NickelNone
- OxalatesNone
- GlutenNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does papaya affect?
papaya is notable for Histamine and Salicylate.
Does papaya contain Histamine?
papaya contains moderate levels of Histamine. this fruit holds little histamine itself but is a histamine liberator, prompting the body to release its own histamine even when perfectly fresh. Sensitive people often react to that released histamine whatever the freshness.
Does papaya contain Salicylate?
papaya contains only low levels of Salicylate. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.