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Tyramine
An amine that forms as protein ages. It is high in aged cheese, cured meat, and fermented foods.
Who reacts
Some migraine sufferers. People who take MAO-inhibitor drugs must limit it for safety.
Typical onset
30 minutes to 24 hours after you eat it
Linked symptoms
MigraineModerate evidence
HeadacheModerate evidence
Racing or pounding heartWeak evidence
Where you find it
High:Salami / cured sausage · Aged cheese (cheddar, parmesan) · Soy sauce
Medium:Bacon · Ham (cured) · Dry-aged beef · Pizza · Sauerkraut / kimchi · Red wine
Low:Banana (ripe) · Beer · Dark chocolate / cocoa
Sources
- Hindiyeh et al. 2020, Headache 60(7):1300 — diet and nutrition in migraine triggers