Here is my recipe for lower histamine lower sulfur chickpea tofu. This recipe is great if you can’t tolerate soy-based tofu, or if you are looking for a lower-sulfur protein source.
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What is MCAS?
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is a chronic condition that affects all organ systems. MCAS is serious and disabling and people with MCAS experience often significant and debilitating symptoms daily, including anaphylaxis, which can be fatal.MCAS is often found in combination with other chronic conditions such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).
Frequently healthcare providers do not know about MCAS, and the tests for MCAS are problematic because they are not uniformly reliable. MCAS can be difficult to manage. Treatments include blocking mast cell mediators with anti-histamines and mast cell stabilizers, as well as avoiding triggers.
Check out this post on how to manage MCAS.
Why this recipe?
This recipe is made from a legume that is the lowest in sulfur, and it’s free of soy, dairy, grains, and gluten. Eating a diet lower in carbs and inflammatory foods can help to control histamine intolerance. To learn more about the lower histamine diet click here!
Ingredient notes for lower histamine lower sulfur chickpea tofu
This recipe calls for chickpea flour.
The bucket theory
The bucket theory offers a helpful analogy for understanding symptom reactions with MCAS.
Think of your body as an empty bucket you want to keep from overflowing. Different foods and activities fill your histamine bucket at different speeds but combine to form the total histamine level in your body (how full your bucket is). A fuller bucket means you have more histamine symptoms. When you manage triggers, reduce exposure to known triggers, and take medications and supplements to reduce histamine, you can manage the level of your bucket.
Know your typical symptom progression
Knowing your symptom progression in a symptom flare is the key to developing your rescue plan. In this post, I discuss how to determine your symptom progression. Once you know what typically happens in your symptom progression you can design a rescue plan to address those symptoms.
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Lower Histamine Lower Sulfur Chickpea Tofu
Ingredients
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 1 cup water + 1 ½ cups water, divided
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp turmeric optional
Instructions
- Prepare a small loaf pan or other mold by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a 2-cup mason jar, combine 1 cup of water and the chickpea flour. Add the salt and optional turmeric. Cover the jar with a tight-fitting lid, and shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds until smooth.
- In a medium saucepan heat 1 ½ cups of the water to a boil. As soon as the water boils, whisk in the chickpea mixture. Continue whisking over low heat for five minutes, until thickened.
- Pour the cooked mixture into the prepared pan. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes. Unmold the tofu onto a cutting board, and slice into cubes. At this point, the tofu can be frozen for up to three months. Or use it in a recipe immediately.
What to serve along with this recipe
Chickpea tofu is great cubed and fried in avocado oil with your favorite stirfry or curry.
Taking one capsule of Healthy Gut Holozyme helps your body to digest your food.
Choose sides based on your other dietary needs.
Leftovers and reheating
If you have histamine intolerance or MCAS you will want to consume this dish immediately or freeze leftovers right away.
Freeze for up to 3 months.
To reheat, place in a saucepan, over medium-low heat, flipping occasionally, until piping hot.
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Disclaimer
The preceding material does not constitute medical advice. This information is for information purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, cure or treatment. Always seek advice from your medical doctor.
