Status: Allowed with restrictions
Licorice is classified as conditionally suitable for Histamine Intolerance based on current dietary assessments. Sweets generally contain high amounts of sugar and saturated fats and are therefore included only sparingly in most dietary concepts. 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: individually intolerable possible. The assessment is based on conservative experience-based assessments.
individually intolerable possible
Licorice is assessed as only conditionally suitable with Histamine Intolerance and tends to be better tolerated in smaller amounts based on dietary experience. Individual tolerance may vary. Background: individually intolerable possible. This information serves as an orientation guide and does not replace individual medical or nutritional advice.
If Licorice is well tolerated in small amounts, it can occasionally be used as an ingredient. The food checker shows suitable combinations with other better-rated foods.
| Calories | 220 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 18.1 g |
| Carbs | 58.3 g |
| Sugar | 1.8 g |
| Fat | 13.1 g |
| Fibre | 29.8 g |
| Sodium | 19 mg |
| Potassium | 2509 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.
Licorice is classified as conditionally suitable with Histamine Intolerance. Smaller portions are generally better tolerated, while larger amounts or frequent consumption tend to be less well assessed. Individual tolerance is an important factor.
With Licorice, histamine-related aspects may play a role depending on freshness, preparation or quantity. In small amounts and with adequate individual tolerance, it can be conditionally suitable.
Depending on how it is prepared, Licorice may be tolerated differently with Histamine Intolerance. Gentle cooking methods such as steaming or cooking with little fat are often described as more tolerable for many conditions. Individual response remains the key factor.
With Histamine Intolerance, smaller portions of Licorice tend to be better assessed in dietary recommendations. Occasional use as an ingredient or a small amount per meal is generally considered more manageable than frequent or large amounts.
As alternatives to Licorice with Histamine Intolerance, foods from the same category that are fully allowed may be considered. The Some2Eat food checker shows well-tolerated options for Histamine Intolerance for direct comparison.