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Blackberries

Low histamine

Blackberries are considered low in histamine, but some people with sensitivities also react to their high tannin content.

Blackberries have a low histamine profile but aren't without nuance.

  • Low in direct histamine — blackberries don't contain significant histamine and aren't well-established as histamine liberators in the way strawberries are

  • Tannin sensitivity — like other deeply pigmented berries, blackberries are rich in tannins, and some people who react to high-tannin foods may notice this separately from a histamine response

Fresh, ripe blackberries in moderate amounts tend to be the most well-tolerated form.

Track your reactions to blackberries 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)