Histamine Tracker
Mustard (sweet)
Sweet mustard combines vinegar and mustard seeds, both associated with histamine, though the effect is generally mild.
Mustard gets its tang and kick from vinegar and ground mustard seed paste, both of which contribute to its moderate histamine rating.
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Vinegar content — the acidity in mustard comes from vinegar, which is itself a fermented product and adds a small but real histamine contribution depending on the variety used
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Sweet vs. spicy varieties — sweet mustard tends to have a higher sugar content and somewhat milder vinegar profile than Dijon or hot mustard, which typically means a slightly lower overall load
Using sweet mustard as a light condiment rather than a sauce base keeps the amount — and the impact — in check.
Track your reactions to mustard (sweet) 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
- 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)