Amines, as well as glutamates and salicylates, are organic compounds that can act on the human brain and blood vessels.
These naturally-occurring components of food have been associated with a variety of symptoms including sensitivities, mental confusion, depression, and migraine headaches. Many patients note that certain foods can trigger migraine attacks and other psychological symptoms.
Amine foods are foods that contain high levels of amines, which are organic compounds that are formed when amino acids (the building blocks of proteins) break down. Amines are naturally present in many foods, but their levels can increase due to aging, fermentation, and processing.
