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hemp protein

hemp protein

Nuts & Seeds

Trigger checker for hemp protein

FODMAP rating
Medium FODMAP

See hemp protein rated across every trigger — FODMAP, histamine, salicylate, oxalate, tyramine and more — plus diet compatibility, all in one quick ingredient profile.

Sensitivities

What hemp protein contains

FODMAPs

FODMAPsModerate
FructansLow
GOSModerate
FructoseSafe
PolyolsSafe
LactoseSafe

Histamine & Amines

HistamineSafe
Histamine LiberatorsSafe
TyramineSafe

Plant compounds

SalicylatesLow
OxalatesModerate
LectinSafe
NightshadesSafe

Irritants

CaffeineSafe
AlcoholSafe
Spicy FoodsSafe
Acidic FoodsSafe

Additives

SulfitesSafe
NitritesSafe
GlutamatesLow

Allergens

Dairy ProteinsSafe
GlutenSafe
EggSafe
PeanutSafe
Tree NutsSafe
SoySafe
FishSafe
CrustaceansSafe
MolluscsSafe
SesameSafe
CelerySafe
MustardSafe
LupinSafe
Alpha-galSafe
NickelHigh

Diet fit

Where hemp protein fits

Therapeutic diets

Low HistamineFit
Low SalicylateFit
Low FermentationModerate
EoE CompatibleFit
AIPAvoid
InflammationFit
Reflux DietFit
Specific CarbohydrateAvoid
Low FibreAvoid
Gastroparesis DietAvoid

Lifestyle diets

VeganFit
VegetarianFit
PescatarianFit
MediterraneanFit
DASH DietFit
PaleoFit
Whole30Check
KetoCheck
Low-carbFit

Religious diets

HalalFit
KosherFit
Hindu (no beef)Fit
JainFit
Buddhist VegetarianFit
Orthodox FastingFit
Ingredient notes

What to know about hemp protein

Hemp protein is the least processed powder in the aisle, and that cuts both ways. It is milled from the seed cake left after pressing hemp oil, so unlike a true isolate it keeps the seed’s fibre and minerals. For histamine-sensitive users that whole-food character is good news: hemp is one of the cleanest histamine grades a protein source can have, with no liberator effect, and it is also free of gluten, dairy, soy and egg. The cost is carbohydrate. A full scoop carries 6 to 11 g of fibre, which drives the moderate FODMAP (C) and fermentation (C) grades, and concentrating the de-oiled seed pushes nickel high (D). Salicylates, oxalate and free glutamate all sit in the mild-to-moderate band.

Watch for

  • The fibre is the trigger story.A 30 g scoop is roughly double the hemp seed serve that tested low FODMAP, so a full shake can ferment in a sensitive gut. Starting at half a scoop is the practical fix.
  • Moderate fermentation grade (C) for the same reason: on a SIBO or low fermentation protocol this is the least suitable of the major plant powders.
  • High nickel (D).Seeds are a high nickel food group and pressing out the oil concentrates the minerals further.
  • Mild salicylate (B) and moderate oxalate (C), both a step above the whole seed because of concentration.
  • One of the best protein powders for histamine intolerance: hemp seed carries SIGHI’s cleanest rating and no liberator flag, a claim neither whey nor soy can make.

FAQ

What does the FODMAP rating mean for hemp protein?

Medium FODMAP: portion size matters more than the ingredient itself.

Is hemp protein generally well tolerated?

Nickel (High) and FODMAPs (Moderate) Start with those if you react.

What should I check next?

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