Corn flour / cornmeal: FODMAP, histamine, lactose and gluten

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

FODMAP

The FODMAP content of Corn flour / cornmeal is classified as low.

Sources: Fedewa A, Rao SSC. Dietary fructose intolerance, fructan intolerance and FODMAPs. Curr Gastroenterol Rep. 2014;16(1):370. doi:10.1007/s11894-013-0370-0 — 'corn' elencato tra i cereali a basso FODMAP.

Histamine

The histamine/biogenic amine content of Corn flour / cornmeal is considered low (0-3 intensity scale).

Sources: Sánchez-Pérez S, et al. Biogenic Amines in Plant-Origin Foods: Are They Frequently Underestimated in Low-Histamine Diets? Foods. 2018;7(12):205. doi:10.3390/foods7120205 — i cereali (incluso il mais) non fermentati non contengono istamina significativa.

Lactose and gluten

Lactose is not naturally present in Corn flour / cornmeal. Gluten is not naturally present in Corn flour / cornmeal.

Notes

categoria: Cereali e amidi | Il mais è naturalmente privo di glutine.

Frequently asked questions

What is the FODMAP level of Corn flour / cornmeal?
The FODMAP level of Corn flour / cornmeal is low.
What is the histamine content of Corn flour / cornmeal?
The histamine content of Corn flour / cornmeal is low, according to the cited source.
Is lactose naturally present in Corn flour / cornmeal?
No, lactose is not naturally present in Corn flour / cornmeal.
Is gluten naturally present in Corn flour / cornmeal?
No, gluten is not naturally present in Corn flour / cornmeal.

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