Ok, I know Peat doesn't recommend aa supps, but 3+ years in without results...
A few weeks ago, I was experimenting with both the MAP protein replacement and the BCAA and phenylalanine for reducing serotonin. I was seeing some promising results, but had to abort due to hellacious histamine problems--namely a two week sinus pressure headache. I've struggled with these frequently for many years, especially also exasperated when I've experimented with processed gelatin and various protein powders over the years.
I have taken generic Allegra and zyrtec for years. I know they aren't Peat approved either, but both benadryl and cyproheptadine make me extremely depressed. During my aa experiment, I was also taking more than a tablespoon of salt and also using theanine. Both of which are often referred to here as natural antihistamines. I was also taking over 500 mg of caffeine powder, something I've seen conflicting information on regarding its relation to histamine.
So, what can I try on the histamine control front so I can try this again? Some things I'm considering trying: nasalcrom, DAO, pancreatic enzymes, capsuling the powders to slow release, non-instantized BCAA's (less processed?), mega vit. C supp (which upsets my GI, but more tolerable than the headache).
Are there certain aminos more likely to provoke histamines? Besides BCAA's and phenylalanine, I was also taking less often and/or lesser quantities: lysine,glycine, taurine, threonine, and beta alanine.
Thanks for any info or advice.
A few weeks ago, I was experimenting with both the MAP protein replacement and the BCAA and phenylalanine for reducing serotonin. I was seeing some promising results, but had to abort due to hellacious histamine problems--namely a two week sinus pressure headache. I've struggled with these frequently for many years, especially also exasperated when I've experimented with processed gelatin and various protein powders over the years.
I have taken generic Allegra and zyrtec for years. I know they aren't Peat approved either, but both benadryl and cyproheptadine make me extremely depressed. During my aa experiment, I was also taking more than a tablespoon of salt and also using theanine. Both of which are often referred to here as natural antihistamines. I was also taking over 500 mg of caffeine powder, something I've seen conflicting information on regarding its relation to histamine.
So, what can I try on the histamine control front so I can try this again? Some things I'm considering trying: nasalcrom, DAO, pancreatic enzymes, capsuling the powders to slow release, non-instantized BCAA's (less processed?), mega vit. C supp (which upsets my GI, but more tolerable than the headache).
Are there certain aminos more likely to provoke histamines? Besides BCAA's and phenylalanine, I was also taking less often and/or lesser quantities: lysine,glycine, taurine, threonine, and beta alanine.
Thanks for any info or advice.
