Lychee

🥭 What Is Lychee?
Lychee is a tropical fruit with a rough red rind and sweet, juicy white flesh. It is rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and natural sugars, and is commonly enjoyed fresh, in desserts, beverages, and frozen treats.

🤔 Why Might a Sensitivity to Lychee Occur?

Sensitivity to lychee may stem from:

• Fructose: Lychee contains high levels of natural sugars, which may be difficult for those with fructose malabsorption.

• Saponins: Plant compounds in lychee that may irritate sensitive digestive systems.

• Histamines: Lychee can naturally release histamines, affecting individuals with histamine-related sensitivities.

🛠️ Supportive Wellness Choices

• Avoid lychee and lychee-based foods for 8 weeks.

• Gradually reintroduce lychee afterward to assess tolerance.

• Track symptoms during elimination and reintroduction to identify patterns.

💊 Supportive General Supplements

Consider:

• Digestive Enzymes: Assist in breaking down natural sugars and plant compounds.

• Probiotics: Support gut balance and digestive resilience.

• DAO Enzyme (Diamine Oxidase): May help individuals sensitive to histamine-rich foods.

🌟 Why Might a Sensitivity to Lychee Occur but Not to Other Fruits?

Key differences include:

• Higher Fructose Content: Lychee is sweeter than fruits like berries or apples.

• Saponins: Present in lychee but uncommon in many other fruits.

• Histamine Release: Lychee may contribute to histamine responses that fruits like pears or melons do not.

🍽️ Popular Uses for Lychee

• Lychee martinis

• Lychee sorbets

• Lychee salads

• Fresh lychee snacks

🍽️ Alternatives (if tolerated)

• Grapes

• Longan

• Rambutan

• Strawberries