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meat-free mince

meat-free mince

Legumes/Pulses

Is meat-free mince high in tyramine?

Tyramine status
Low

Is meat-free mince high or low in tyramine? See its exact rating, how much counts as a portion, and its FODMAP, salicylate, oxalate and diet compatibility in one place.

Sensitivity notes

Why tyramine food checker matters

Tyramine is an amino acid that forms when proteins break down. It's found in aged, fermented, or spoiled foods. For people taking MAO inhibitors or those with tyramine sensitivity, it can cause headaches, elevated blood pressure, and other reactions.

  • Choose fresh over aged, fermented, or preserved foods
  • Eat protein foods fresh and store properly
  • Be especially careful if taking MAO inhibitor medications
  • Common high-tyramine foods include aged cheese, cured meats, and soy sauce
  • Ripeness affects tyramine - choose less ripe fruits

Sensitivities

What meat-free mince contains

FODMAPs

FODMAPsModerate
FructansLow
GOSModerate
FructoseSafe
PolyolsSafe
LactoseSafe

Histamine & Amines

HistamineLow
Histamine LiberatorsLow
TyramineLow

Plant compounds

SalicylatesLow
OxalatesModerate
LectinAvoid
NightshadesLow

Irritants

CaffeineSafe
AlcoholSafe
Spicy FoodsSafe
Acidic FoodsSafe

Additives

SulfitesSafe
NitritesSafe
GlutamatesModerate

Allergens

Dairy ProteinsLow
GlutenModerate
EggModerate
PeanutSafe
Tree NutsSafe
SoyModerate
FishSafe
CrustaceansSafe
MolluscsSafe
SesameSafe
CelerySafe
MustardSafe
LupinSafe
Alpha-galSafe
NickelLow

Diet fit

Where meat-free mince fits

Therapeutic diets

Low HistamineFit
Low SalicylateCheck
Low FermentationHigh
EoE CompatibleCheck
AIPAvoid
InflammationCheck
Reflux DietFit
Specific CarbohydrateAvoid
Low FibreCheck
Gastroparesis DietCheck

Lifestyle diets

VeganCheck
VegetarianFit
PescatarianFit
MediterraneanCheck
DASH DietFit
PaleoAvoid
Whole30Avoid
KetoFit
Low-carbFit

Religious diets

HalalFit
KosherCheck
Hindu (no beef)Fit
JainAvoid
Buddhist VegetarianAvoid
Orthodox FastingCheck
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Tyramine Guide

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

Tyramine is an amino acid that forms when proteins break down. It's found in aged, fermented, or spoiled foods. For people taking MAO inhibitors or those with tyramine sensitivity, it can cause headaches, elevated blood pressure, and other reactions.

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 Tyramine sensitivity:

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

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

  • 1Choose fresh over aged, fermented, or preserved foods
  • 2Eat protein foods fresh and store properly
  • 3Be especially careful if taking MAO inhibitor medications
  • 4Common high-tyramine foods include aged cheese, cured meats, and soy sauce
  • 5Ripeness affects tyramine - choose less ripe fruits

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

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FAQ

Is meat-free mince high in Tyramine?

Tyramine: moderate signal - portion size matters.

Can I still eat meat-free mince if I'm sensitive to Tyramine?

Try smaller portions and space it out.

What else should I check?

Check Lectin, AIP, and Specific Carbohydrate next for a fuller picture.