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Sensitivity to Sulphites: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Have you ever drunk a glass of wine, only to develop a headache or a snuffly nose 30 minutes later? I know I certainly have. Sulphite sensitivity is more common than many people realise. It’s a condition where a person’s ability to break down or remove sulphites is compromised. It comes with a wide range of symptoms, which can be most easily described as being allergy-like. People with asthma are often sensitive to sulphites. Sulphite sensitivity is also closely linked to histamine intolerance.

But just because you have a sensitivity to sulphites doesn’t mean you’re powerless. There are plenty of things you can do to improve your condition and make life more enjoyable.

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Lou Chalmer Lou Chalmer

Foods to Avoid With Histamine Intolerance

If you have a histamine intolerance, navigating the world of food can be tricky. Knowing which foods are low in histamine and which are high in histamine isn’t easy. This article is going to address what foods you should avoid with histamine intolerance. You may also find this useful for improving symptoms of mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS).

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