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Apple syrup

Low histamine

Plain apple syrup is typically low in histamine, though added ingredients in some versions are worth checking.

Apple-based syrup made simply from apple juice and sugar doesn't have a known histamine-raising effect.

  • Ingredient list is key — some commercial apple syrups include citric acid, natural flavorings, or other additives that may be worth noting if you're particularly sensitive

  • Concentration and histamine — reducing apple juice into a syrup is not the same process as fermentation or culturing, and plain apple syrup is generally considered low-histamine in practice; that said, histamine levels in commercial products can vary depending on processing and storage conditions

A quick look at the label helps you choose the most straightforward version available.

Track your reactions to apple syrup in Histamine Tracker. Log meals and symptoms to spot the patterns that matter for your body.

For educational purposes only. Not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional for personal guidance.

References

  1. SIGHI Food Compatibility List — SIGHI (2026)
  2. Histamine and histamine intolerance — Maintz & Novak (2007)
  3. Histamine Intolerance: The Current State of the Art — Comas-Basté et al. (2020)
  4. Low-Histamine Diets: Is the Exclusion of Foods Justified by Their Histamine Content? — Sánchez-Pérez et al. (2021)
  5. Histamine Intolerance: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Beyond — Jochum (2024)
  6. Guideline on management of suspected adverse reactions to ingested histamine — Reese et al. (2021)