Histamine Tracker
Tofu (silken)
Silken tofu is fresh and unfermented, keeping histamine levels low — similar to regular fresh tofu.
Like other fresh tofu varieties, silken tofu is made without fermentation, which is what keeps histamine from building up.
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Texture, not process — the 'silken' label refers to its smooth, custard-like texture, not a different production method; it's still unfermented and low-histamine
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Storage sensitivity — silken tofu has a high water content and can spoil faster than firmer varieties once opened, so using it promptly after opening is a good habit
Checking that the package says 'fresh' or 'silken' rather than fermented or marinated helps avoid higher-histamine soy options.
Track your reactions to tofu (silken) 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)