Wild Mushroom Risotto Histamine Information

Wild Mushroom Risotto is a popular dish that may interact with histamine levels in the body. The primary ingredients include wild mushrooms, rice, cheese, and often wine, all of which can be related to histamine. Wild mushrooms, listed as high histamine content foods, are the key ingredient in the dish [1]. As a result, consuming wild mushroom risotto might potentially increase histamine levels, potentially causing allergic reactions in histamine-intolerant individuals. The cheese used, especially the long-ripened varieties, contributes to the histamine content [1]. Many recipes of Wild Mushroom Risotto include red wine, a product known to be high in histamine [2]. Therefore, the histamine content may increase further, as wine added during the cooking process doesn't entirely get rid of its histamine content. On the contrary, rice, a critical ingredient in risotto, has not been extensively studied for its impact on histamine levels, implying there may or may not be a significant histamine level increase from consumed rice. Given these factors, while Wild Mushroom Risotto can be a delicious and nutritious meal, its impact on histamine levels suggests caution for those with histamine intolerance or sensitivities. To minimize the potential histamine load, one could try using types of cheese and wine that are lower in histamine or omit these ingredients where possible. Future studies might shed more light on the direct impact of Wild Mushroom Risotto on histamine levels in the body. References: [1] Maintz L, Novak N. Histamine and histamine intolerance. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2007;85(5):1185-1196. [2] Vlieg-Boerstra BJ, van der Heide S, Oude Elberink JN, Kluin-Nelemans JC, Dubois AE. Mastocytosis and adverse reactions to biogenic amines and histamine-releasing foods: what is the evidence? Netherlands Journal of Medicine. 2005;63(7):244-249.