Coffee / espresso: FODMAP, histamine, lactose and gluten

Here is what the scientific sources say about Coffee / espresso for people managing sensitivities to FODMAP, histamine, gluten and lactose.

Histamine

The histamine/biogenic amine content of Coffee / espresso is considered low (0-3 intensity scale).

Sources: Özdestan Ö. "Evaluation of bioactive amine and mineral levels in Turkish coffee." Food Research International. 2014;61:167-175. doi:10.1016/j.foodres.2013.12.027 — nel caffè le ammine bioattive predominanti sono serotonina e tiramina; l'istamina risulta poco rappresentata nel caffè di buona qualità e viene riscontrata soprattutto in chicchi difettosi/di bassa qualità (dato ripreso anche in Restuccia D et al. 'Update on Biogenic Amines in Fermented and Non-Fermented Beverages.' Foods. 2022;11(3):353. doi:10.3390/foods11030353).

Lactose and gluten

Lactose is not naturally present in Coffee / espresso. Gluten is not naturally present in Coffee / espresso.

Frequently asked questions

What is the histamine content of Coffee / espresso?
The histamine content of Coffee / espresso is low, according to the cited source.
Is lactose naturally present in Coffee / espresso?
No, lactose is not naturally present in Coffee / espresso.
Is gluten naturally present in Coffee / espresso?
No, gluten is not naturally present in Coffee / espresso.

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