Root Cause of Allergies & How to Easily Alleviate Symptoms

High levels of histamine in the body can cause an array of chronic conditions, including: diarrhea, shortness of breath, headaches, skin irritation, dry skin, psoriasis, rashes, swelling, eczema, racing heart, palpitations, arrhythmias, and much more. The diamine oxidase enzyme (DAO) is the main enzyme involved in regulating histamine by metabolizing, oxidizing, and inactivating it. Most of the DAO in the human body is produced in the gut, so when gut health is compromised, there is less DAO available to manage histamine levels. Deficiencies in zinc, copper, vitamin B6 and vitamin C are associated with elevated histamine concentrations and reduced DAO. Copper is a central atom of DAO and thus essential for its function.

Incorporating foods high in the above minerals & vitamins, including eggs & grass-fed beef, liver, and other organ meats, significantly support DAO production. Grass-fed meats contain higher amounts of Vitamin B6, folate and certain fatty acids required to construct DAO enzymes. 2-3ounces a few times per week can increase DAO by at least 30%. It would also be beneficial to also follow a "low-histamine" diet.

You can also supplement with organ meats

Herbal teas including holy basil and nettle also alleviate symptoms associated with high histamine.

So why are so many people suffering from chronic conditions associated with high levels of histamine? Simple. Our gut health has been compromised by the daily consumption of chemicals found in our food & water. Prescription drugs, highly processed foods, high sugar consumption & gluten break down the very delicate lining of our gut, leading to vitamin & mineral deficiencies & high levels of toxins accumulating throughout our bodies. Refer to other posts on Gut Health. Some of the reported drugs that directly affect DAO production are: analgesics, antidepressants, antirheumatics, antiarrhythmics, antiarrhythmics, antihistamines and mucolytics, among others.