Frequently asked questions

In short, it's the body struggling to break histamine down as fast as it takes it in. When too much builds up, all sorts of reactions can show up. I'm not a doctor and I don't explain it by the textbook — on the site you'll find how I came to understand it, from experience.

If you want a gentle introduction, start with The histamine bucket, explained simply. For a diagnosis and medical questions, see a specialist.

No. Everything I write reflects my own personal experience with HIT and is for information only. It's not a substitute for seeing a doctor. For a diagnosis, treatment or changes to your diet, talk to a specialist.

I'm Cătălina. I have histamine intolerance, and I started MyHistamate to gather, in one place, everything I wish I'd found at the start. I'm not a doctor or a nutritionist — I'm a person living with HIT.

Articles written from experience, free PDF guides and a newsletter. Soon, an app that automatically does part of the work I now do by hand.

Yes. You leave your email and you get the guide. I also add you to the list so I can write when something new comes out — you can unsubscribe anytime.

I'm working on it. It's not ready yet, but if you'd like to be among the first to test it, you can join the waiting list.

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