I have to be careful, too. The best white chocolate doesn't rely on sugar to give it flavor.

Also adding the in a lot of post-Covid PEM, the reaction to exercise is actually heat intolerance (causes histamine reactions) due to mast cell disregulation.

100% Chris Murphy too.

Same. They’ve lost me and any donations. We need a NEW Dem party with AOC and Pete at the front

I have! Thank you. It was a difficult road but it led me back to my path so I’m grateful.

If you want to learn more about what foods are safe or what foods to start with when exploring a low-histamine diet, follow me and grab my food list. Link 🔗 in bio. (8/8)
#MCAS #HistamineIntolerance #LongCovid

Our bodies react not just to what we eat, but how it was processed before it ever reached our plate. Understanding histamine buildup in food can help us make better choices for stability and healing. Have you noticed differences in how you react to different meats? (7/8)
#MCAS #HistamineIntolerance

This also explains why some people tolerate chicken or fresh fish better than aged beef or deli meats—it’s not just the type of meat, but how it’s handled. If you’ve noticed a pattern with meat triggering symptoms, histamine accumulation might be the reason. (6/8)
#MCAS #HistamineIntolerance

If meat flares your symptoms:
✅ Opt for fresh cuts over ground meat.
✅ Choose pasture-raised or lower-stress slaughter methods when possible.
✅ Eat meat soon after purchasing to avoid buildup. (5/8)
#MCAS #HistamineIntolerance #LongCovid

🔹 Grinding & Processing: Increases surface area, exposing meat to more bacteria that can produce histamine.
🔹 Storage Time: The longer meat sits, the higher the histamine buildup.

This is why fresh, unprocessed meat is often better tolerated by people with histamine issues. (4/8)
#MCAS

This histamine doesn’t just disappear—it remains in the muscle tissue, meaning we consume those elevated levels. But stress isn’t the only factor. Processing methods also matter:
🔹 Aging & Dry-Aging: Allows histamine to accumulate over time. (3/8)
#MCAS #HistamineIntolerance #LongCovid

why some meats trigger flares while others don’t. When an animal is under high stress before slaughter, its body releases adrenaline and cortisol—both of which can activate mast cells and trigger a histamine surge. (2/8)
#MCAS #HistamineIntolerance #LongCovid

I still can’t believe he’s in charge

We have to be more vigilant than ever. More discerning. More vocal. Healthcare is already an uphill battle for us—this just made the slope even steeper.

Stay informed, stay engaged, & call bullshit when you see it. 2/2

Now you've got me craving pineapple upside down cake. I made an almond olive oil version that was amazing. I am trying some modifications for those that are also low-oxalate.

I'm a BIG fan of pineapple on pizza - there's something about the savory/sweet mix that really hits it for me. I also just love hot pineapple (which I seem to tolerate far better than raw). Ever tried pineapple in fried rice???

Me too - especially if it’s a good one. I also like “blonde” chocolate which is a caramelized variation that is still very histamine friendly but even tastier! Great for when I need a sweet treat