Histamine Tracker
Tofu (fresh)
Fresh tofu is minimally processed and low in histamine, making it one of the more manageable soy-based proteins.
Fresh tofu is made quickly and doesn't undergo fermentation, which is what keeps its histamine content low.
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Fermentation is the key difference — unlike miso, tempeh, or soy sauce, fresh tofu skips the bacterial fermentation process that produces histamine in soy products
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Freshness still counts — once opened, tofu stored in water can degrade quickly, so using it within a day or two of opening is worth keeping in mind
Looking for a tofu labeled 'fresh' or 'soft' rather than fermented soy products is a useful distinction when shopping.
Track your reactions to tofu (fresh) 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)