Is Honey Low Histamine?

Yes, honey is low histamine, but it can still raise histamine levels. This is because honey is basically treated like sugar by the body, meaning that it causes inflammation, and more honey means more inflammation. However the blood sugar spike from small amounts of honey or other sweeteners can be blunted when consumed alongside fat, protein, and fiber. This means adding coconut milk to your coffee if you want to sweeten it with honey.

Other benefits of honey for histamine intolerance are the trace vitamins and minerals found in honey, including iron and B vitamins. It’s also said that eating local honey can help lower your overall histamine burden by lessening your reactional to seasonal pollen fluctuations. If you can’t find local honey, another highly beneficial option is manuka honey, which can be harvested from either New Zealand or Australia.