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meat-free mince

meat-free mince

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Is meat-free mince high in tyramine?

Tyramine status
Low

Find out whether meat-free mince is high or low in tyramine, see its exact rating, and check its FODMAP, salicylate, oxalate and diet compatibility all in one place.

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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

Triggers

HistamineLow
Histamine LiberatorsLow
FODMAPsModerate
FructansLow
GOSModerate
FructoseSafe
PolyolsSafe
GlutenModerate
LactoseSafe
Dairy ProteinsLow
NightshadesLow
SalicylatesLow
OxalatesModerate
NickelLow
SulfitesSafe
NitritesSafe
GlutamatesModerate
TyramineLow
CaffeineSafe
LectinAvoid
Low FermentationHigh

Diets

GlutenAvoid
InflammationAvoid
VeganAvoid
VegetarianFit
Paleo AIPAvoid
MediterraneanAvoid
DASH DietAvoid
EoE CompatibleAvoid
FODMAPsAvoid
Low FermentationAvoid
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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, Paleo AIP, and EoE Compatible next for a fuller picture.