Tahini
Tahini contains moderate levels of Nickel and Oxalates. It has low levels of FODMAPs, Histamine, Oligosaccharides and Salicylate. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- NickelModerate
- OxalatesModerate
nuts and seeds are among the highest-oxalate foods, so keep portions small if you form calcium-oxalate stones. Eating them with a calcium source helps bind oxalates in the gut before they're absorbed.
- FODMAPsLow
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)Low
- OligosaccharidesLow
- SalicylateLow
- LactoseNone
- GlutenNo
- FructoseNone
- SorbitolNone
- SucroseNone
- TyramineNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does Tahini affect?
Tahini is notable for Nickel, Oxalates, FODMAPs, Histamine, Oligosaccharides and Salicylate.
Does Tahini contain Nickel?
Tahini contains moderate levels of Nickel.
Does Tahini contain Oxalates?
Tahini contains moderate levels of Oxalates. nuts and seeds are among the highest-oxalate foods, so keep portions small if you form calcium-oxalate stones. Eating them with a calcium source helps bind oxalates in the gut before they're absorbed.
Does Tahini contain FODMAPs?
Tahini contains only low levels of FODMAPs.
Does Tahini contain Histamine?
Tahini contains only low levels of Histamine. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.