Histamine Tracker
Pomelo
Pomelo is a citrus fruit widely reported as a trigger by people with histamine sensitivity, though it tends to be less acidic than lemon or orange.
Pomelo shares characteristics with other citrus fruits that many people with histamine sensitivity find difficult to tolerate, though its lower acidity compared to other citrus may make it slightly easier for some people.
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Reported as a trigger — many people with histamine intolerance report reactions to citrus fruits including pomelo, though pomelo's specific classification in the scientific literature is not as well-documented as lemon or orange
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Compared to other citrus — pomelo is notably less acidic than grapefruit, lemon, or orange, which may reduce one layer of reactivity for some individuals
For those who miss citrus flavor, pomelo is often reported as one of the more tolerable options within the citrus family.
Track your reactions to pomelo 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)