Corn tortillas
Corn tortillas are low in histamine and one of the simpler bread alternatives for people managing histamine intake.
Traditional corn tortillas are made from masa (treated corn flour) and water — a short, uncomplicated ingredient list.
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No fermentation involved — unlike sourdough or some flatbreads, corn tortillas don't go through any fermentation process that would allow histamine to accumulate
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Watch the fillings, not the tortilla — the tortilla itself is rarely the concern; aged cheeses, fermented salsas, pickled toppings, or cured meats are typically where histamine enters a taco or wrap
Fresh-made or simply prepared corn tortillas are one of the more versatile low-histamine bread alternatives around.
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For educational purposes only. Not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional for personal guidance.
References
- SIGHI Food Compatibility List — SIGHI (2026)
- Histamine and histamine intolerance — Maintz & Novak (2007)
- Histamine Intolerance: The Current State of the Art — Comas-Basté et al. (2020)
- Low-Histamine Diets: Is the Exclusion of Foods Justified by Their Histamine Content? — Sánchez-Pérez et al. (2021)
- Histamine Intolerance: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Beyond — Jochum (2024)
- Guideline on management of suspected adverse reactions to ingested histamine — Reese et al. (2021)