Histidine

Histidine is called a semi-essential amino acid (protein building block) because adults generally produce adequate amounts but children may not. Histidine is also a precursor of histamine, a compound released by Defense mechanism of body cells during an allergic reaction.

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Most people do not need to supplement Histidine.

Good sources of Histidine are dairy products, meat, poultry, and fish.

No side effects have been reported with Histidine.

Acute Overdose: High levels of Histidine can lead to stress and even psychological Malfunction of mind or bodys such as Uneasyness and a Malfunction of mind or body characterized by twisted view of the real world by a greatly reduced ability to carry out once daily tasks and by abnormal ways of thinking, feeling and behaving.
Chronic Overdose: None
What to do: For an acute overdose, call your doctor, emergency medical services (EMS), or the nearest poison control center immediately. For symptoms of chronic overdose, contact your doctor.

• Individuals with kidney or liver problem should not consume large amounts of amino acids without consulting a healthcare professional.