Status: Not recommended
Feta is classified as not recommended for Histamine Intolerance based on current dietary assessments. Cold cuts, cheese and spreads are often high in fat and salt while also providing protein and – in cheese – calcium. With histamine intolerance, attention is paid to the histamine content and histamine-releasing properties of foods, as the body cannot break down histamine sufficiently. The reasoning given is: in brine aged cheese, fermentation increases histamine. The assessment is based on conservative experience-based assessments.
in brine aged cheese, fermentation increases histamine
Feta is assessed as not recommended with Histamine Intolerance based on current dietary experience; more suitable alternatives may be available in the same food category. Background: in brine aged cheese, fermentation increases histamine. This information serves as an orientation guide and does not replace individual medical or nutritional advice.
Those looking for alternatives to Feta can find foods in the same category in the Some2Eat checker that are more favourably rated for their condition.
| Protein | 19.7 g |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 5.6 g |
| Fat | 19.1 g |
| Sodium | 1030 mg |
| Potassium | 105 mg |
Average values. May vary by variety and processing. Source: USDA FoodData Central
Evidence level: Low
More about Histamine Intolerance
Orientation guide – not a substitute for medical advice.
Feta is classified as not recommended for Histamine Intolerance. According to current dietary assessments, more suitable alternatives in the same food category may be considered. All information is provided as an orientation guide only.
Feta is not recommended for histamine intolerance as it is classified as high in histamine or histamine-releasing. Freshness and preparation can affect histamine content.
Those looking to avoid Feta with Histamine Intolerance can find similar foods in the same category in the Some2Eat food checker that are more favourably rated for Histamine Intolerance. The choice depends on personal dietary preferences and individual tolerance.
With Histamine Intolerance, it is generally recommended to avoid Feta. Whether minimal traces are tolerated depends on the individual situation and should be discussed with a healthcare professional.
Instead of Feta, foods classified as allowed or conditionally suitable for Histamine Intolerance are worth considering. The Some2Eat food checker lets you search specifically for suitable alternatives.