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.
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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)