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portobello mushroom

portobello mushroom

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Is portobello mushroom high in glutamates?

Glutamates status
Moderate

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Sensitivity notes

Why glutamates food checker matters

Glutamates, including MSG, are flavor enhancers found naturally in many foods and added to others. Some people report sensitivity causing headaches, flushing, or other symptoms, though research on 'MSG syndrome' is mixed.

  • MSG goes by many names - look for 'glutamate' on labels
  • Naturally high in soy sauce, fish sauce, and aged cheeses
  • Tomatoes and mushrooms are naturally high in glutamates

Triggers

Histamine
Safe
Histamine Liberators
FODMAPs
High
Fructans
Safe
GOS
Safe
Fructose
Safe
Polyols
High
Gluten
Safe
Lactose
Safe
Dairy Proteins
Safe
Nightshades
Safe
Salicylates
Safe
Oxalates
Safe
Nickel
Safe
Sulfites
Safe
Nitrites
Safe
Glutamates
Moderate
Tyramine
Safe
Caffeine
Safe
Lectin
Safe
Low Fermentation
High

Diets

Inflammation
✓ Fit
Vegan
✓ Fit
Vegetarian
✓ Fit
Paleo AIP
✓ Fit
Mediterranean
✓ Fit
DASH Diet
✓ Fit
EoE Compatible
✓ Fit
FODMAPs
✗ Avoid
Low Fermentation
✗ Avoid

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Glutamates Guide

Everything you need to know about glutamates sensitivity and smart food choices.

Glutamates, including MSG, are flavor enhancers found naturally in many foods and added to others. Some people report sensitivity causing headaches, flushing, or other symptoms, though research on 'MSG syndrome' is mixed.

Sensitivity varies widely. What triggers one person may be fine for another. Track your reactions to find your personal threshold.

These foods are generally well-tolerated for Glutamates sensitivity:

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These foods have moderate levels and may be tolerated in small amounts:

These foods are high in glutamates and may trigger symptoms:

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If you're sensitive to Glutamates, consider these strategies:

  • 1MSG goes by many names - look for 'glutamate' on labels
  • 2Naturally high in soy sauce, fish sauce, and aged cheeses
  • 3Tomatoes and mushrooms are naturally high in glutamates
  • 4Yeast extract and hydrolyzed proteins contain glutamates
  • 5Fresh, unprocessed foods are generally lower

Pro tip: Keep a food diary to track your reactions. The Triggerbites app makes this easy with automatic pattern detection.

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