Leftovers- Is Food as Healthy the Next Day | Amines Explained
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Biogenic amines form when the amino acids in food undergo microbial decarboxylation. Amine formation is dependent upon the availability of the amino acids, the bacterial strains present and the level of decarboxylase activity. Amines are found in meat, cheese, fish, wine, chocolate and vegetables. Amines have been found to have negative effects on many individuals, including:
1. Migraines and headaches
2. Increased blood pressure, leading to heart failure and brain hemorrhage
3. Some are carcinogenic in large quantities
4. Histamine (one kind of amine) poisoning is a problem throughout the world and is associated with a severe allergic reaction - can include fever, vomiting, trouble breathing, rash and hypertension.
Some individuals have even more trouble processing amines than the rest of us:
1. Those taking MAOIs - antidepressants
2. Genetics - some have naturally fewer oxidizing enzymes and cannot break down large quantities of amines, leading to an over accumulation of amines in the body in manufacturing, prevented by:
1. Freezing or cooling foods
2. Food additives
3. Controlled atmospheric packaging and other packaging strategies
Storage and manufacture are important when it comes to amine formation. As food ages, amine quantity increases. So the older food is, the more amines it contains.
*This is why you have heard to different periods of time that it is alright to store meats. Fish and red meat specifically should only be stored for two days maximum, and eating right away and not keeping leftovers is even better, especially for those with amine sensitivity.
Just because foods does not grow mold or make you vomit does not mean that it is safe to eat. Gut flora imbalances can also cause histamine poisoning. When your gut has an imbalance of bacteria, such in the case of people with SIBO, histamine is actually created while you digest the food.
Note: Amines are heat stable compounds and are thus not removed by cooking. Some foods high in histamines include leftover meat, leftover and canned fish, smoked/cured/fermented meats, dairy and artificial colors and preservatives. This is only a small list, but of some of the biggest offenders.
Tips to avoid excess amines:
1. Eat as much fresh food as possible, minimizing or eliminating leftovers. Particularly leftover meat and fish.
-Even some fruits, vegetables and legumes can be high in amines, so it is best to cook these fresh as well
Reducing inflammation in the body and especially the gut can help to reduce risks associated with excess amines.
-Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, avoid dairy and gluten, reduce red meat
Intake, eat organic foods.
References:
1. Control of Biogenic Amines in Food
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2995314/
2. Histamine Intolerance - Causes and Treatment
http://naturimedica.com/histamine-intolerance-causes-treatment/