Spotted Dick Pudding Histamine Information

Spotted Dick Pudding, a traditional British dessert that comprises suet, flour, sugar, breadcrumbs, milk, and dry fruits, primarily currants or raisins, has not widely been studied in relation with histamine levels due to its somewhat uncommon consumption outside of the UK. However, it's possible to deduct certain aspects of its impact based on the ingredients used. Suet, the main fat component of the pudding, does not seem to appear amongst foods known to significantly impact histamine levels. Current knowledge suggests that it doesn't liberate histamine, nor does it prevent histamine breakdown, thus it may not have a significant histamine-related effect. The dried fruits, however, particularly currants and raisins, may elevate histamine levels. Although not as potent as other histamine-boosting foods like tomatoes or wine, some people with histamine intolerance might experience symptoms after eating high amounts of dried fruits. This, however, is based on individual responses as concrete scientific evidence is limited [1]. The inclusion of sugar and flour, similar to suet, doesn't seem to majorly influence histamine levels directly. That being said, excessive sugar consumption might indirectly affect histamine via inflammation and immune activation [2], but further investigation is needed. Milk, another primary ingredient, is a known histamine liberator–particularly in individuals with a dairy intolerance. However, in its cooked form as it appears in Spotted Dick Pudding, it might have a lesser impact [3]. In conclusion, the exact impact of Spotted Dick Pudding on histamine levels is difficult to determine without dedicated scientific research specifically on this dish. Those with histamine intolerance can consider their individual responses to the ingredients within. "This product has not been researched well enough to publish any further information, our team is working hard on this. Data will be available soon". References: [1] Maintz, L., & Novak, N. (2007). Histamine and histamine intolerance. The American journal of clinical nutrition, 85(5), 1185-1196. [2] DiNicolantonio, J. J., & OKeefe, J. H. (2020). Effects of dietary sugars versus glucose on inflammation and metabolic health. Open Heart, 7(2). [3] Hochwallner, H., Schulmeister, U., Swoboda, I., Spitzauer, S., Valenta, R., & Niederberger, V. (2010). Cow’s milk allergy: From allergens to new forms of diagnosis, therapy and prevention. Methods, 52(4), 337-339.