Histamine Self-Test   

  Take the test here (links out to Google Sheets)  

Allergy-like Responses 

• Red, itchy, or watery eyes 

• Sneezing, runny nose, or congestion 

• Sensitive to certain foods (red wine, fermented foods, cheese, chocolate) 

• Sensitive to certain smells, fumes or exhaust 

• Coughing or frequent throat clearing 

• Asthma or wheezing 

• Known allergies 

 

Digestive Responses 

• Diarrhea or constipation (less common) 

• Stomach cramps / abdominal pain 

• Bloating 

• Flatulence / gas 

• Heartburn / acid reflux 

• Upset stomach after eating 

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 

• Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) 

• Nausea / vomiting 

 

Skin Responses 

• Itching 

• Hives 

• Rashes such as eczema or contact dermatitis 

• Dark circles under eyes not due to lack of sleep 

• Mouth / tongue sores 

• Mouth itches or tingles after certain foods 

• Reaction to insect bites, especially wasp (hymenoptera) stings 

• Swelling, often around eyes and mouth 

• Flushed red cheeks, ears, or nose 

• Skin stays red long after being scratched 

• React after sun exposure

Cardiovascular Responses 

• Racing heart / fast heartbeat 

• Heart pounding / heart palpitations 

• Low blood pressure or sudden changes in blood pressure 

• Dizzy when standing up quickly 

• Fainting 

 

Nervous System and Psychological Responses 

• Anxiety 

• Rapid mood changes 

• Depression 

• Confusion / brain fog / poor focus 

• Headaches 

• Migraines 

• Vertigo 

• Insomnia 

• Extreme fatigue 

• Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) 

• Motion Sickness 

 

Other Responses and Unusual Responses 

• Premenstrual flare ups, PMS menstrual irregularities 

• Joint and muscle pain / fibromyalgia 

• Frequent bloody nose 

• Sweaty hands and feet 

• Ringing in ears 

• Hot flashes 

• Frequent urination or irritable bladder 

• Excess salivation 

• Weight gain or weight cycling 

• Low alcohol tolerance Sensitive to loud noises or bright lights 

• Sensitive to wool, heat, cold 

• Sensitive to odors or fragrances 

• Autism, ADHD, or spectrum 

• Feel hungover without drinking alcohol 

• Muscle weakness 

• Multiple confusing symptoms that come and go 

Increased Risk 

 

• History of previous allergies, asthma  or other responses listed above 

• Taking antibiotics (now or previously) 

• Taking multiple medications 

• Negative reaction to certain medications (e.g. morphine) 

• Feel worse after taking certain supplements 

• Using toxic chemicals (or exposed to them) 

• Family member has histamine -related issues 

• Hormone imbalance such as estrogen dominance 

• Exposed to moldy environment (home, car, school, work) 

• Use plastics for food prep and storage 

• Smoke cigarettes (or related) or exposed to second-hand smoke 

• Consume few fresh fruits and vegetables 

• Consume a lot of sugar or refined carbohydrates (cakes, cookies) 

• High stress 

• Taking painkillers, antacids, steroids, or contraceptive pill 

• Poor diet, fad diet, or restrictive diet 

• Drink alcohol > 1x/week 

• Lack of sleep 

• Late night eating 

• Yeast overgrowth (Candida) 

• Menopause or perimenopause 

 

If you checked: 

• over half of the boxes in any one of the sections, it’s likely you have excess histamine 

• < 20 boxes on this entire list, it’s unlikely you have excess histamine 

• 20-40 boxes on this entire list, it’s likely you have excess histamine 

• > 40 of the boxes on this entire list, it’s very likely you have excess histamine 

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