If you’re wondering whether freeze drying halts histamine production, the short answer is yes—when done correctly.
At Grassland Nutrition, we ensure all our organ meats, including beef liver, beef heart, beef kidney, and beef spleen, are frozen right after slaughter and kept frozen until they are freeze-dried shortly thereafter. This immediate freezing process is crucial because histamine does not have time to form when the organ meat is frozen immediately.
Understanding Histamine Sensitivity
Histamine sensitivity, or histamine intolerance, occurs when the body accumulates too much histamine. This can lead to symptoms like headaches, hives, digestive issues, nasal congestion and more. Many people are unaware that certain foods can increase histamine levels, exacerbating these symptoms.
Health Coach Kait explains that histamine intolerance is often a result of an imbalance in the gut. The foods we eat play a significant role in how much histamine is released and processed by our bodies. Incorporating low-histamine foods and ensuring that foods are processed in a way that minimises histamine formation can be extremely beneficial.
How Freeze-Dried Beef Organs Can Help
Incorporating freeze-dried beef organs, particularly beef kidney with Diamine Oxidase (DAO), into your diet can significantly help those with histamine sensitivity. Here’s why:

- Immediate Freezing: Our process of freezing organ meats right after slaughter ensures that histamine production is halted before it starts. This means you get a product with minimal histamine levels.
- Nutrient-Rich: Beef organs are packed with essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. Beef kidney, for instance, is rich in DAO, which supports overall health and can help modulate inflammation and immune responses. Holistic nutritionists highlight the importance of these nutrients in managing histamine levels naturally.
- Quality and Purity: Our commitment to quality means you get pure, nutrient-dense organ meats without added preservatives or fillers, making them ideal for those with sensitive systems.
The Added Benefit of Kelp
Adding kelp to your diet can further enhance the benefits for those with histamine intolerance. Kelp is rich in iodine, which is essential for thyroid function and overall metabolic health. It also supports gut health and immunity.
Dr. David Brownstein is a board-certified family physician who practices holistic medicine. He is the author of books focused on iodine including; ‘Why You Need It, Why You Can’t Live Without It.’ He stresses that over 97% of People Need More Iodine. Our beef organs and iodine-rich kelp blends, such as Histamine Support capsules or Histamine Support powder may may help improve your body’s response to histamine.
A Holistic Approach to Health
Holistic practitioners often recommend a circadian lifestyle approach to complement whole food nutrition. Becky Niles emphasises, “Aligning your eating habits with your body’s natural circadian rhythms can improve digestion and overall health. Consuming nutrient-dense, low-histamine foods like freeze-dried organ meats and kelp can support this lifestyle and reduce histamine-related symptoms.” Listen to Becky’s health journey in our podcast #009 – Becky Niles – How Did She Overcome Hashimoto’s to Lead a Holistic Coaching Community?
Rebekah Farmer adds, “A holistic approach, including proper nutrition and circadian alignment, can significantly reduce histamine intolerance symptoms. Watch her YouTube video, ‘Histamine 101’
By choosing freeze-dried organ meats from Grassland Nutrition, you’re opting for a product that supports your health needs, especially if you’re sensitive to histamine. Our careful freeze-drying processing ensures you get all the benefits of organ meats without the worry of histamine-related issues.
Embrace the power of nutrient-dense foods and enjoy the benefits of our freeze-dried organ meats and kelp!
References:
- Health Coach Kait, “Managing Histamine Intolerance Naturally,”
- Dr. David Brownstein, on the Ultimate Health Podcast with Jesse Chappus Over 97% of People Need More Iodine (How Much to Take & Why) | Dr. David Brownstein
- Becky Niles, on Circadian Rhythms and Nutrition in Grassroots Matters podcast #009 – Becky Niles – How Did She Overcome Hashimoto’s to Lead a Holistic Coaching Community?
- Rebekah Farmer, ‘Histamine 101’