What Causes Histamine Intolerance (and how to overcome it)

There are multiple sources that contribute to the level of histamine in your body (or your histamine pool), while there are 2 enzymes that help your body clear it. In this video, I talk about the things you can do short term to overcome histamine intolerance and how to get a long-term lasting solution, without depending on antihistamine medications.
Antihistamine medications are not recommended for long-term use. Watch minute 9:21 for details.
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0:21 How does histamine intolerance happen?
1:09 What increases histamine levels in the body?
4:01 How does the body get rid of histamine and how to support the enzymes that clear histamine?
8:02 Short term solutions to overcome histamine intolerance
9:21 Concerns about long-term use of antihistamine medications
10:44 Long term solutions to overcome histamine intolerance

[@judystone5478]

MS functional nutritionist here and just want to say, this was an awesome video on Histamine Intolerance. You covered it all and explained it well!

[@NourZibdeh]

Thank you 😀

[@amazonazapata9424]

See my comment please…I’m seriously wondering why I actually crave these foods and why they are my WHOLE diet

[@torduck4804]

Thanks for the video. I had my DAO tested and my level was 5 times lower than normal. I mentioned this to the top allergy doctor in Melbourne, and she actually asked me ‘what is DAO?’… I said diamine oxidase and she had no idea!

[@oliverbird6914]

That's so depressing

[@neondreams4016]

Wowwww

[@wasabi333]

medical doctors LOL

[@wendykgosi149]

“Medical doctors” what a joke.

[@NourZibdeh]

wow .. I have to admit I didn't learn any of the stuff I talk about in my official dietitian training. I decided to learn it on my own and dedicated time over the years the more clients I had seeking answers. I hope this video helped you put some pieces together.

[@TheHare-rv3hj]

Most mainstream physicians will not tell you to get off of their synthetic drugs and to change diet and take healthy supplements. We're on our own with this and have to seek out information like that in this video. The mainstream community is honestly destructive and is all about money and stock prices. There is good advice in this video.

[@vinlago]

True

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear that!

[@peace410]

​@@NourZibdeh doctor I have questions, can I take medicine cetrizine while I'm on histamine diet or I can't? Please respond

[@SunkissedgirlLMGG]

@@peace410”Cetirizine” is an Anti-histamine. My Natural-path gave me a prescription for it.

[@SunkissedgirlLMGG]

I’m a new subscriber, thank you so much for all the videos on Histamine intolerance etc., appreciate you and your work! ❤

[@goolash9991]

After 4 1/2 years of strict carnivore, drinking coffee daily, and an extremely stressful event, I now have histamine intolerance for the first time in my life. Oh-and I overdid fermented foods in an attempt to improve my gut bacteria. What a mistake. If I don’t take a Benadryl at night I don’t sleep, that’s when I’m the itchiest. It’s insane. But I will try to not take it. Thank you for explaining what antihistamines do. And people-stop drinking that poisonous drug, coffee!! It ruins your gut!! (Decaf too) UPDATE: After doing GAPS intro diet for 5 weeks my leaky gut healed and my itching improved but I still was not having good BMs. I was able to stop taking Benadryl but still had to take quercetin. Then I discovered Karen Hurd’s bean protocol and it has been a miracle. It got my bowels moving in ONE DAY and after 4 weeks of consistent, multiple daily bowel movements my histamine and itching is GONE, hallelujah thank You Jesus! I now eat fermented food with every meal and NO REACTION. Did I have gas? Yes, for one day. And really bad gas too. But it subsided, and my whole digestive system felt better than it had in years. My GERD went away. My bloat went away. My transit time for digestion went up (it was so slow before) so no more gastroparesis. I will never stop eating beans again. The protocol is 1/2 a cup 3x a day. Easy. God’s foods heal-not drugs, not supplements. Try it. What do you have to lose? PS I also don’t use the drug caffeine anymore either. 🙂

[@gboof]

Same here. Carnivore for 18months and developed a forehead rash which I suspect is histamine. I came off carnivore and started taking loads of probiotics and eating lots of unpasteurised sauerkraut which was making my rash go wild!! I drink coffee daily on an empty stomach. The thought of Life without it is miserable. What do you have instead?

[@11nica5]

Interesting, my itching is at night too 😮

[@luisgerardollamasgutierrez9726]

Ray Peat

[@sharonashley1008]

@goolash9991 This happened to me back in April I ate a bunch of fermented foods thinking it would help “heal my gut” and it made me so much worse now I rely on Zyrtec everyday or I get crazy racing heart, insomnia and all kinds of other symptoms! Have you been able to resolve this yet?

[@luisgerardollamasgutierrez9726]

@@sharonashley1008 look into Ray Peat to heal

[@debrah3681]

Thank you so much for talking about this, it’s quite overlooked!

[@NourZibdeh]

It is!!! the symptoms are so confusing and seem random but it makes so much sense when you finally connect the dots… best wishes!

[@ZiaKhan-ox2lp]

Excellent video. Thank you.

[@pragmaticmusing6923]

let go of eating tomatoes for a while, and take up drinking ginger tea, worked for me.

[@NourZibdeh]

ginger is good for reducing histamine! Glad things are going well!

[@summerlake356]

Great video and nice style of presentation. I'm subscribing!

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear that!!! Let me know if you have topics I can cover next!

[@addisontrashed]

This is EXTREMELY helpful in identifying where my conditions stem from and how they are all related. Thank you!!

[@raeperonneau4941]

Thank you for this information. It’s greatly appreciated!

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad it was helpful!

[@corsaireleotore9208]

What is the zink/copper ratio targeted?

[@janebadon3988]

Thank you for sharing this information...it’s making me rethink some daily practices!

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear that!

[@alexnewson6013]

enviably concise and compassionate. A real find, thank you.

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear that 🙂

[@sandibutler162]

Thank you for this information. You are very informative on this subject.

[@NourZibdeh]

Happy it was helpful!

[@macman4529]

Brilliantly explained, thank you!

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad this was helpful!

[@decentbaba6246]

A treasure of knowledge! Kudos!

[@NourZibdeh]

Thank you. Glad it was helpful!

[@user-cu4hv6vl7o]

Great concise info 😊

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad it was helpful!

[@margaux9751]

Thank you very much for this ! very clear and concise, I'm sure it'll help a great deal !

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear that!

[@bobandjenn]

Thank you for this video and your foods list video! How long should we follow a low histamine diet before we reintroduce some histamine foods every now and then?

[@user-to6bp7sm6f]

I am SO grateful for you and this video! I have developed serious intestinal issues and food intolerance for the last year far wise than my regular allergies. My family is riddled with allergies. I suspect the genetic variation that you mentioned who do not produce the DAO as needed. I was convinced I am allergic to corn and wheat. I went to an allergist, for testing who seemed to know none of what you talked about. First stop should've been the dietician I guess. Thank you so much! Now i have a plan of action and will seek out the proper provider.

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear this was helpful and you have more clarify. Best wishes 🙏🏻

[@susanserenetiedke6975]

Thank you so much. I’ve been suffering from unexplained itching all over my body for 4 years. 5 doctors later, she mention histamines. Then I found your videos and now I can cure myself. You are a life saver. I can now see light at the end of the tunnel.

[@evamarie558]

Thank you for this great information.

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad this was helpful! 🙏🏻

[@beebeetee9957]

Thank you very much for the very helpful information 🙏

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear that!!! ❤️

[@canadianhaitian]

Excellent! Excellent content! You now have a new sub 👍🏽 question can my 10 yrs old son take freeze dried grass fed beef liver extract? His histamine is out of control and he has no lactobacillus bacteria😢

[@melindapearson295]

Excellent video - thank you!!

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear that!

[@lj4466]

wow, you point on short term histamines was so so helpful. that makes so much sense. wonderful content!!

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear it was helpful!

[@mirjanan.1963]

Thank you, I do like your presentation. ❤❤

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear that!

[@Karmazov]

This is the best video on histamine intolerance I have seen so far. Thank you very much for sharing this.

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rubinaseetohul4289]

Thank you very much for shating this!

[@NourZibdeh]

Anytime!

[@marykishigawa6777]

Thank you so much!...Just one video and explained it clearly.❤❤❤

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear that!

[@evb1601]

Thank you for such a clear and simple to understand video. For me, it comes and goes and besides some environmental triggers, I believe it is or has been very stressful situations. Life is more peaceful now and thus, I expect to have this situation improve greatly.

[@NourZibdeh]

Yes stress can mess up the immune system … hang in there and do your best to manage stress!

[@bikrammalhar3004]

Great information. Very nicely presented. Blessings

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad it was helpful!

[@hannnnni71]

Very informative & useful indeed. Thank you

[@NourZibdeh]

happy to hear that! Best wishes

[@janitichy]

Thank you for the information.

[@spontaanaan8871]

Thank you sister

[@PatB415]

Thanks for the H2 blocker insights! Allergist suggested limiting allergic foods to very small amounts, not consumed all at the same time & don't overfill your daily bucket.....my bucket is small.

[@NourZibdeh]

I hope this video helps. There's room for H2 blockers to relieve histamine overload but it's important to have a plan for addressing root causes.. best wishes!

[@MiaMonroe]

You have just answered my prayers I’ve been noticing all these things triggering me and I had my suspicions but it’s 100% what has happened to me stress, exposure to mould and I’ve been overdoing green tea caffeine raw tomatoes have made me throw up, fermented food Saur Kraut, kefir, kombucha, citrus fruits and lemons and I noticed when I stopped taking allergy tablets a few days I felt better. I had such serious flare ups hives that turned into 10 abcesses on my face and have permanently scarred me and complete misdiagnosis so I’ve been taking notice of times when I don’t eat I feel so much better! I’m going to do a 72 he water fast and also have the tests done and I’ll start there! Thank you for answering my prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@MiaMonroe]

Mine all began after COVID vaccines and the booster shot 💉 and the DRs have all dismissed me when I have said it i was 100% healthy and fit with no skin problems and no chronic fatigue before it’s been the most difficult period of my life

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear that this video helped. Be careful with 72 hour fasts. There are low histamine foods you can eat.

[@NourZibdeh]

@@MiaMonroe sorry to hear that. I’ve worked with clients who reported their symptoms started after the vaccine so I believe you ❤️

[@MiaMonroe]

@@NourZibdeh I also can’t sleep more than 3 or 4 hours I have neuropathy and really bad burning sensations all over my body!

[@Shiza234]

Plz tell solution I'm also having hives from 7 months almost plz tell the solution without medicine 😢

[@julieweismann6232]

I have both genetic mutations & really struggle with gut issues. I also have issues with methylation & had NO idea they were related til you explained it so very well, thank you!!

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad this was helpful… you can work with your genes and support them 🙏🏻

[@awamaiga3408]

Jazzakhallahkhair, You covered everything in this video,I have been dealing with allergies for so many years and my symptoms were itchy scalp and hives around my neck. Will implement everything you said. May God bless you and family.

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear that and thank you for your sweet words 💚

[@danawatts3479]

Very informative. Th Ankh You

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear that! Thank you

[@lmullens75]

Great video! You confirmed that I need to speak up about my runny nose when I eat when I see my doctor again. After experiencing physical induced hives all my life, and getting hives from cold 10 years ago (like my feet would get frostbite feeling on a cold floor) and dermatographia, a rheumatologist told me to plan to take zyrtec the rest of my life. I am now getting tested for celiac disease/sensitivity and my doctor has me on a mast cell activation drug called ketotifen. No doctor has talked to me about histamines so far, but the ketotifen does seem to be helping with the hives at least. I have an energy drink habit, though. . . so maybe it's time to finally ditch them.

[@zenfuldancer]

Very helpful video, thank you.

[@NourZibdeh]

You’re welcome.. glad to hear it

[@archie73in]

Beautifully explained. Thank you Nour. I have horrible seasonal pollen allergies and have had it since I remember. So does my mother. Might be genetic but the info you’ve shared helps me understand why I struggle every morning during the allergy season. Our docs prescribe anti allergy meds and like to put us on them forever but I think it’s important to tackle the root cause and reduce dependency like you said.

[@liannramirez-cq3lr]

Be Our Own Doctor 🙏

[@Brinb]

Thank you for the information. Great video.

[@NourZibdeh]

Thank you! Glad to hear that!

[@John-ip1bp]

Outstanding, concise and yet thorough presentation. Keep it up Nour!

[@NourZibdeh]

Thank you and I’m glad it’s helpful!

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear that!

[@svitlanadmytruk7003]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge.My question is about green tea: one side said it’s good but you said to avoid. How people can make right decisions about this?

[@user-bj2gh8gc4f]

thanks for the info..opens your mind and clears the way.My daughter has hives and i have put her on a low histamine dietcan you advise me if its possible that must she take DAO ,quiecertin zinc and vitamin d.. thank you for all your assitanvce May Allah open your doors too sucess ameen

[@sandyreed277]

You are great! I have had 4 concussions which triggered POTS. On top of that, I have had a brain tumor removed and two mini-strokes. I have a hard time understanding things sometimes. You speak so clearly and slowly. I get it.

[@user-ng3ei6db9g]

May you recover well ❤

[@liannramirez-cq3lr]

Alkaline Your PH‼️🙏

[@NourZibdeh]

I hope you have a speedy recovery. I don’t have a video about POTS - maintain your hydration and sodium intake and make sure you’re following your doctor instructions. POTS interacts with histamine issues and a low histamine diet can help

[@NonyaSmith]

I also have POTS and histamine avoidance is crucial for those who do. I've been using Diamine oxidase (DAO) for a few years now and it has helped to prevent POTS attacks. It's lessened by body's histamine load from other sources (gut infection, mold exposure, etc.). The brand NATURDOA makes Legumeactive (made with legumes, not pigs...gross) from Spain. They ship to the US and for the quantity and concentration of the tablets, I feel it is a reasonably priced preventative.

[@russkhan6035]

I have been taking antihistamine every day for the past few years and noticed that my histamine intolerance has just been increasing. I seem to react to everything. And now I’m glad to know why my histamine intolerance has increased so much. Unfortunately regular doctors don’t ever think along these lines. I’ve been advised by allergists to just keep using the antihistamines and nose sprays. No one has ever connected my allergies to my IBS. So thank you for your insight.

[@dynogamergurl]

Could it be that you actually Have chronic uticaria? That causes reactions almost daily and has nothing to do with what you eat bro is it a true allergy. It’s an autoimmune disorder and it can come out of no where, but more so if you always have immune issues like IBS or thyroid issues

[@parthianwarrior1901]

@@dynogamergurl i Have urticaria i dont know why

[@circe5093]

My allergies gets and got worse with ibs as well

[@NourZibdeh]

100% connection between histamine and gut issues. There are several things that raise histamine of course but I’m not surprised to hear that people feel worse with IBS flare up. antihistamines are NOT supposed to be used as longterm solution and it’s unfortunate how many people still don’t know that. If you need help with addressing your own histamine triggers, please use the link in the description to book a session.

[@Jegebruikersnaam]

Covid does this also. Were you sick?

[@FurrBall2468]

thank you sister for this informative video! I am one of those people with histamine and mold issues, crazy sensitives, autoimmune, deficient, and mast cell. Have you had clients who flare up with crazy symptoms with supplements at first, and then start healing if they keep going? It seems to be the case for me for lots of things (especially vitamins), because it starts to reverse the process of illness and goes backward into healing. So for some things, i had to fight through the worst to get to being better. And i met lots of people on the same boat. But most people quit a supplement when they try it at first and get bad reactions…so they just continue avoiding it, not knowing that it’s a sign they started healing and could’ve continued. Reactions like hives though are not one of the good ones. 😅

[@Haqqul_yaqeen]

Can you please list the supplements you experienced an initial reaction to along with their symptoms?

[@tommathys2]

@@Haqqul_yaqeen hey! I believe that list would go on forever 😅 but just read the ingredient list and see if one of the ingredients is high in histamine or liberator, etc. Good luck!

[@newtheboyzdeboisandnewatin9513]

THANK YOU VERY MUCH! Mosquito bites trigger my histamine. The 'aha' moment, there were a couple, I never knew about mold. My apartment does not get any sunlight, the bathroom has mold on the ceiling, the kitchen has mold in the top and bottom cupboards and also on a part of the kitchen ceiling. The bedroom wooden furniture, board surfaces and cardboard boxes have mold on them. How to get rid of all these molds? I also didn"t know about the candida and parasites and virus enablers. Never heard of DAO. I did not know about the anti-histamines not being such a great idea. I"ve been taking the pills for the itchy bites which take months to heal and then leave black marks on my skin. Didn"t know the connection between the itching and hives and headaches. Didn't know diet could help to control histamine. Thank you so much again.😊

[@brandyp6261]

I just went through 2 months of extreme stress, with my anxiety raging out of control, and am now dealing with painful , itchy eczema on the lower half of my face. I understood that stress was causing it, but this along with other informational videos and articles have lead me to believe this is a histamine intolerance issue. Thank you. I will be trying the diet to see if it offers me some relief.

[@Jacqui9]

I found carbs cause flare -ups for me.

[@FollowScripture]

One of the best i have heard yet on histamine, TY

[@NourZibdeh]

Thank you for sharing.. glad this was helpful!

[@barbhymas1784]

Thank you so much for your wonderful video. I think I now understand why I’ve developed histamine intolerance. I’ve had chronic UTIs for years and have been in a myriad of antibiotics. The longest I’ve gone without them is 5 months. I was heartbroken when I developed another UTI a few weeks ago. I’ve been on the diet since October and it has helped but I’d love to eat some of the high histamine foods again. Seems like I’m not going to be able to overcome the histamine problem until the UTI infections end but there seems to be no solution to that. Very discouraged!!

[@jacekpalka55]

Try D Mannose for the UTI - I went through same thing yrs ago for 2 yrs having kidney infections taking useless antibiotics which I would never normally take - that’s actually when I started to get diagnosed w fibromyalgia and low or no DAO…. Anyway the allopathic route was to take antibiotics prophylactically which I refused and researched that d mannose was more effective - bought a mountain load expecting to have to take daily but actually never had another kidney infection! First sense of something take d mannose and it’s gone - but it’s cheap and big pharma can’t make money off larch sugar! Good luck, never get disheartened - get curious - there’s solutions always -often not through trad medicine though

[@jacekpalka55]

@@barbhymas1784replied to you above forgot to tag!

[@NourZibdeh]

@@barbhymas1784 sorry to hear that.. d-mannose can help and also cranberry extract. Chronic and stubborn infections may mean you have a biofilm issue… possibly multiple organisms. Herbal antimicrobials can be superior to antibiotics. You’ll be a great candidate for Microbiome testing. Feel free to reach out (links in description)

[@claum9993]

Thank you. I learnt that after visiting dozens of ENTs , allergic specialists, inmonologist, only put me in antihistamines and nose operation, never worked, because they don't know all this, or if they know it don't care about patients. Root cause. Thanks ❤

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad this was informative and helps you understand your root causes ❤️

[@danaalobaidi7245]

Hi what was your symptoms? Am having shortness of breath and dry nose 😢

[@claum9993]

@@danaalobaidi7245 allergies type, itchy nose, eyes,

[@claum9993]

@@danaalobaidi7245 severe allergies , inflamation, shortness of breathe. I have improved also with antiparasites protocolos

[@enjoypladecorrals]

Very good and clear overview. I suspect I have a genetical Dao deficiency cause I've been suffering since childhood. I got hyves after I caught covid last year. Covid was just a throat ache but the hyves almost gone now after one year of low histamine and high vitamin c and quercetin. Glad the grenades are back available cause these help a lot in the cleaning up process.

[@shelleykilcoyne8075]

Wondering what "grenades" are...? Thanks :)

[@NourZibdeh]

Yes what do you mean by grenades? Would love to share with people watching ❤️

[@annasarri7]

⁠@@NourZibdehI believe he means pomegranates!

[@user-ns6js4hn3e]

@@annasarri7 Wow, is grenadine, which is a mixer for alcohol spirits, is that from pomegranate? What drinks go with grenadine?

[@Shiza234]

Plz suggest something i also get hives and also hives like circle red patche without itching it looks weird i get them usually on hands arms plz tell solution without medication

[@savannah.searson]

Amazing info thanks!

[@mursalarabia]

this was super easy to digest and straight to the point, pun intended. thank you so much!

[@NourZibdeh]

Thanks for sharing and glad it was helpful!

[@edenelston7668]

I have MTHFR genetic variant, and thats where I struggle with methylation and histamine intolerance. Really increasing supplementation of methylated B complex helped tremendously.

[@danacheong9966]

Have you heard of TMG (trimethyl glycine)? I've heard it's good to take alongside methylated folate and B12.

[@user-uj5ss4gh6b]

Good to hear this! I was diagnosed with the MTHFR gene with two copies last week! I just started a supplement for this made by Xymogen this week

[@NourZibdeh]

Yes!! thanks for mentioning this. Sluggish/slow methylation interferes with the histamine clearance and causes histamine build up for sure.

[@NourZibdeh]

It can help. Many mehtylation formulas have TMG in them, B12, folate, and B6 @@danacheong9966

[@madelinekimbro2440]

​@@user-uj5ss4gh6b can you share info on the supplements please?

[@cynthiag3065]

Oh’my goodness, I just saw an allergist and was prescribed 3 different antihistamines. I’ve taking different antihistamines my entire adult life and have several food allergies. I wanted to get another food allergy test since the last food allergy test was 30 years ago, but she was against the testing. I expressed my concerns for add more medication to my daily routine and possible tolerance to the medicines, but only negative feedback. The craziest part of this is, I’ve taken all of the newly proscribed medications and they don’t work for me. I am so grateful to find your channel! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.😊

[@jenniferbross1211]

Fire you doctor.

[@user-px4qx2kk6v]

I have only seen 2 allergy doctors & felt both just like to write prescriptions & see you often. Im a big believer in the power of food so its some trial & error to see what agrees with you & what doesn't. 1 thing not many "experts" explain is that 1 food maybe good for many but not everyone, my body doesn't like Turmeric which is always high on the good stuff list...just not for me.

[@liannramirez-cq3lr]

No prescription drugs or without side effects 👎

[@NourZibdeh]

@@user-px4qx2kk6v you may have a good sensitivity to turmeric and other foods. People are often surprised to see what they’re sensitive to. And good sensitivity is different from good allergy. Let me know if you want more videos to explain this. Thankfully, sensitivities are not longterm and people overcome them

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear this was helpful! Diet and supplements can help a lot, especially when medications didn’t help. Many of the people I work with say they no longer have seasonal allergies (or have minimal symptoms) after working on their gut issues. Histamine problems can stem from the gut and the gut shouldn’t be overlooked…

[@NotMyShow720]

Thank you. After years research, you are providing the top actions and non medical options that have worked. Oh, except In still drinking coffee and tea. I didn’t know about that!

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad this was helpful! If coffee doesn't bother you, it doesn't actually block DAO. Most people with histamine issues can have coffee if they don't have reflux and it doesn't cause anxiety or headaches.

[@cynthiathurman3108]

I read somewhere that instant coffee can have histamine but brewed does not. I did not know that, and I had switched to instant a few months ago for convenience, and realized that it was causing me some HIT symptoms.

[@inggomez-allen7920]

Amazing information

[@gloria6396]

THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@ginnysherosky6719]

I wish I had known you back when I was a child and my allergies were out of control. It's unbelievable how I've received more helpful information from your 13 minute video, than my parents and I received from so-called "top" allergists over the course of several years. Thank you!!

[@haileymontgomery3659]

I agree!! More info here than years of doctor’s appointments!

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear this was helpful and it saddens me at the same time when people suffer for so long without getting help 💔

[@maries3321]

Wow! I'm so happy I found your page. You are describing me and my struggles for years with hives of unknown origin. Thank you!

[@premraj2817]

What a fantastic presentation!

[@NourZibdeh]

Thank you and glad it was helpful!

[@vaska1999]

I've had mast fell activation disorder for the past year and a half and it can ge truly debilitating. I had to eliminate all sorts of food and for a few months I even had to order un-aged meat from the US (I'm in Canada). Took huge amounts of DAO supplements, etc., and have been on 20 mg anti-histamines all along. The thing that's helped me the most is intravenous Vitamin C. I still get IV infusions every 6 weeks (down from every 2 weeks) and will continue to do so fir as long as it takes.

[@NourZibdeh]

Thanks for sharing what worked for you! I’m sure it will help someone! Best wishes 💚

[@andrewdowler4479]

Excellent video, thankyou

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear that! 🙏🏻

[@anneb5603]

HRT triggerd my problems. Really good vid. Thankx

[@nicolameikle8737]

Oh I wonder if this is my issue

[@insertmyidentityhere]

Elaborate please….

[@maartje3262]

Yes 😢 bio identical?

[@likabouaz7454]

Thank you ver much for this video ! I still have one question, what causes bloating of the stomach after the defecation?

[@user-qf7yr5nh2b]

I would like to inform you that there is vegan DAO enzymes in Canada and US 's market that they made of legumes.

[@julimdjaffri6100]

You are right. Antihistamines does not alleviate the symptoms especially when I get a bad flare.

[@ThaiWithSarah]

Exactly. I was lost before and now I know what caused my reactions to some foods!

[@NourZibdeh]

@@ThaiWithSarah glad you have more clarity!

[@NourZibdeh]

What helps you when you have a flare?

[@johnkotzman3403]

Very good presentation, you mentioned medications that can affect d a o, I was wondering if what you thought of berberine which I am taking presently, for cancer, since that acts similar to metformin do you think it is a problem because I developed Mast Cell Activation Syndrome about 6 months ago, have it under control with diet and and natural supplements but I'm just wondering about berberine, thank you in advance

[@Subdcl20]

You now the choice of DAO supplements. Pig or sprouts. Found that my food lifestyle was very high in histamine. Liberators, leftovers, fermented foods. Rule for leftovers; one day - that’s it. Kind of sucks, but totally worth it. Careful of buying food that sits in the fridge for weeks before eating. Buy for the next 2/3 days. Healthier to do this versus getting histamine overdose from aged foods. Also , think about how much perishable food you have to throw out on a monthly basis. Though you might be at the grocery store more, you’re going to save a lot of money on food shopping for 2/3 days only.

[@NourZibdeh]

Yes I recently found the vegetarian DAO… have you tried it? You can freeze leftovers. Freezing stops histamine from building up in the food and reduces food waste.

[@MalaspinaLily]

@@NourZibdeh I am trying that. With a strong elimination diet and Naturdao I am having good results after only 1 week. No more daily diarrhea and I feel a little bit better. But since I am vegetarian and never tried the other one, I can not compare.

[@asmairumjamil3031]

Heal your leaky gut first

[@cherylwilliams4245]

@@MalaspinaLilybought DAO but yet another supplement that’s gives reactions🤦‍♀️

[@GoodWillPrevail]

Thank you! I believe I have this condition! I have been so scared because my allergies have become quite severe. I am taking anti-histamines daily and life is almost unbearable. I have started eating more slowly now because I used to wolf my food down. I believe I have a build-up of histamine in my system. I am going to try the anti-inflammatory diet, avoiding the trigger foods and hopefully try the DAO enzyme to see if I can get some relief. Thank you for this wonderful information.

[@NourZibdeh]

I'm glad to hear it was helpful. Making some diet changes on your own is always a good idea when starting out. Try the diet + DAO for 1 month and if you still got symptoms or have to stay on a super strick diet, something is up. If you'd like my help uncovering the root causes, please book an appointment using this link (nourzibdeh.com/getstarted/) I've helped people in the past reduce / wean off anti-histamines

[@asmairumjamil3031]

No sugar, glutton, milk, take 1/4 spoon apple cider vinegar in 1 cup water with straw before meals

[@margeretheath597]

I was put on sodium cromoglicate, ketotifen, and H1 and H2 anti-histamines. I found taking DAO was better than the antihistamines when taken with Quercetin, vit C plus Zinc, and b vitamins and magnesium. I do take ketotifen at night as it stops the racing thoughts, and headaches. Half a tablet means I sleep a bit better. I now use very moderate amounts of fermented food every other day, or so. Your approach is thorough. Oh, and watch those FODMAPS and processed foods. The fresher the food, the better. In its natural form. Get lots of fibre too, and I use electrolytes. It’s a daily balancing act.

[@NourZibdeh]

I’m glad your found some relief! Keep in mind that if you have to avoid FODMAPs longterm, then there’s an underlying gut problem that isn’t fully solved ❤️

[@JasonWilliams-mr2qo]

What is fod maps ???😊😊.

[@silviofontana5144]

consider looking into Ashwagandha at night coupled with Melatonin, you will sleep real good and your head will not race. When your head is racing in the afternoon, take one Ashwa and then take 2 before bed. good luck

[@micamaik503]

​@@silviofontana5144how much mg is one? I buy it powdered

[@sheriewirgau9906]

I suspected that antihistamines were setting up a vicious cycle for me and the info you provided confirmed that.

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad to hear it was helpful!!!

[@NonyaSmith]

Persistent use of antihistamines suppresses the guts' production of hydrochloric acid, which is the last thing you want for gut health. Food not well broken down leads to dismotility, inflammation, and possible leaky gut syndrome. Then, when you stop taking the antihistamines, the gut ramps up the hydrochloric acid again which generally leads to overproduction and dyspepsia, i.e; heartburn.

[@paulschmidtke425]

What i learned from this video is doctors are on the whole 5 feet tall and six feet up themselves, thanks for this i now begin the journey of curing myself

[@NourZibdeh]

Best wishes 🙏🏻

[@carolinelaronda4523]

Excellent video on histamine intolerance

[@NourZibdeh]

Happy it was helpful! 💚

[@meetachoudhury8474]

what are histamin foods. ur video is an eye opener . we come to know about many unknown thinks . thanks for sharing

[@NourZibdeh]

I have another video on what to eat for histamine /low histamine foods. Let me know if you can’t find it

[@Alex-em1ym]

Good morning Doctor,do you practice in LA by a chance? If so,how can I book an appointment? Thank you very much for such a great video

[@Shiza234]

Sister plz reply I'm 25 having hives urticaria it is so stressful having hives on exposed area i can't take medicine plz tell solution

[@sweets3745]

This was so informative. 100percent I know I have this issues after being missed diagnosed with other issues. And it all became a lot worse once I got type two diabetes. Because the itching, painfully itching. Can't sleep started three weeks after Metformin. My dr keeps saying it's not this or the Metformin. I know it's this. I've been saying it now for a year and a half. Everything thing on your video of foods etc to avoid is what I live on. I've been feeling like I'm going crazy. I've seen other drs they where like it's presenting like scabies but I didn't have scabies. After a year of using scabies cream. Nothing. I've been taking antihistamines now since aug 2022. I'm living in hell. To make it worse the drs make me feel crazy cause 9/10 times they visually can't see anything. Now I'm being told it's dermatitis and on steroid creams. I'm going to do a month on the foods you suggested I'm just wondering should I stop Metformin as well as stoping the antihistamines?

[@DavidHarperMusic]

Thank you!

[@Sandee234]

Yes, well explained. My mcas was caused by stress. Over the years it got worse and worse. I never took the connection between the brain and the gut seriously, but stress and sleep deficit is the worst for me.

[@MsDylan32]

Thank you, for the video just starting on my diet too. I am on so many meds and treatments that nothing is working cause I have chronic spontaneous urticaria. I hope this is my last resort. Any other advice?

[@NourZibdeh]

Try a low histamine diet, but if that doesn’t work, you may need food sensitivity test and stool test other assessment for the gut to see why noting is helping. There’s often an underlying gut issue

[@MsDylan32]

Thank you, I will definitely try that . 👍

[@chiya2006]

Hi there. I got a question if you don’t mind answering!. I do have severe seasonal allergies. I take pills every day until the season is over. My question is :Does consuming local honey has any benefits to help ease the symptoms? Thanks in advance

[@keegsmum]

So good to know that being on antihistamines long term can actually make things worse. This is the first time I have heard this, soooo... I need to make a change. I have been on the low histamine diet for 6+ months but still dealing with itching, and tingling in my legs, bouts of GI distress etc. I suspect I have always been a low DAO producer, but my doc does not even think to investigate these areas. He just writes me off as having chronic fatigue and offers no treatment or referral to a specialist to look into potential GI issues.

[@NourZibdeh]

You would be a great candidate for food sensitivity testing. You may be reacting to other foods not just high histamine foods. And you need to address the underlying gut problems. This is what I do with my private clients so if you’re looking to work with someone, check the link in my bio (food sensitivity test available in US only)

[@dynogamergurl]

The type of histamines you take also play a big factor. Drugs liek benedril can cause dementia, with long term use. however Zyrtec usage in cases like uticaria even chronic uticaria is perfectly safe to take daily

[@drtnrao57]

Good video thanks.

[@francescopagnini4583]

Easy with all of this if you have sulfation issues. Address that first.. Or you are making everything worse, as it happened to me.. Every supplement mentioned is made of sulfur. Gotta clear the sulfur pathway first, and THEN helping yourself with those supplements.. Aside from that, very good info. Thank you!

[@John-ip1bp]

How did you clear the sulfur pathway

[@korinburnsed8151]

How do you recommend doing so?

[@NaturalSeaWave]

what them two said, can you spread some light on this please

[@denisevitagliano7500]

It would be helpful if you would explain what mass cells are. Thanks.

[@kimadams2995]

I was getting severe itching angioedema every day, and when OTC medications ran out, I had to go to a prescription that cost a lot, had to be taken every day, and still barely controlled it, and I wasn't happy. I ran across a paper that tested people on high dose of methlyfolate, B6 and B12 combo for 90 days, so I tried it, and was able to get off the prescription, and I rarely even take the claritin, now. I still take a low dose of the supplement combination, and I take magnesium anyway for creaks in the joints. Very interested to hear about B2 being involved, and I'm making a list of anything else I haven't tried. When I am badly overweight, and any time I have an infection (bad tooth, sinus, whatever) that's when I notice more trouble with it. I will have to add ginger to my nettle tea, now. :)

[@alexconde8514]

Great info. I think this is my problem

[@NourZibdeh]

Glad it’s helpful! 🙏🏻

[@artheemisia]

Thank you so much for the video! I wasn’t aware that DAO is made from pigs - important info to me as I am allergic to pork products. I’ve had strange symptoms all my life and I would only feel good when I had highly processed foods. Eating healthy would often make me ache all over and give me brain fog. Menopause made the symptoms even worse… I learned about histamine intolerance ten years ago. The diet is the only thing that works + water fasts a few times a year

[@NourZibdeh]

A subscriber in my channel told me about these plant-based DAO supplements. I was so happy to see a pork-free vegetarian option. Look for them on Amazon (NATURDAO - 1,000,000 HDU - DAO Enzyme Supplement - Histamine Block - Diamine Oxidase - Food Intolerance - 60 tablets)

[@hilaireigondjondiaye7444]

All you explained make sens to me. I did a treatment of allergies shots but few days or sometimes a day after the shot, I felt more sneezing, stuffiness and itching... antihistamines for me does not work either, I have changed them often or increase doses.

[@ricomaslow8576]

Thank you 🙏

[@tamik1967]

Loved your video!

[@NourZibdeh]

Thank you for sharing this!

[@shehneelawaraich3500]

Organic flexseed oil helped me .

[@ChrisJohn-dg8mz]

Thank you for a very clear and concise presentation. Do you know if dietary antioxidants effect histamine levels? I suck liposomal glutathione (200mg daily). It increases morning sleep and empties the “histamine bucket” at the start of the day. It’s great for dreams too!

[@NourZibdeh]

Low antioxidant levels can affect your immune system’s response to triggers and worsen histamine intolerance Taking liposomal glutathione can help, in addition to eating a diet rich in antioxidants. And it’s important to detect if there are sources of infection or inflammation that are causing the increased oxidative damage