Tyramine
Description
Tyramine is a toxic Ptomaine Amine consumed in the diet and (in some circumstances) manufactured endogenously.
Toxic Effects of Tyramine
The toxic effects of Tyramine are often described as "the cheese effect", especially when Tyramine-induced damage occurs as a result of the use of MAO inhibitors.
Not all people are sensitive to Tyramine - those who are sensitive to Tyramine are susceptible to the following ailments:
Cardiovascular System
Tyramine may increase Blood Pressure (increasing the risk of Hypertension) by causing the release of Catecholamines, especially in the presence of Monoamine Oxidase (MAO) Inhibitor drugs.
Immune System
People with high levels of Candida albicans should avoid Tyramine containing foods.
Some people suffer from Food Allergies to Tyramine containing Foods (due to Tyramine causing the release of Histamine from Mast Cells which leads to the Allergic reaction).
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