Wine (White)

🍷 What Is White Wine?
White wine is an alcoholic beverage made by fermenting the juice of green or yellow grapes. Unlike red wine, it is typically produced without grape skins, giving it a lighter flavor and color. It’s commonly enjoyed on its own or used in cooking.

🤔 Why Might a Sensitivity to White Wine Occur?

Sensitivity to white wine may result from:

• Sulfites: Common preservatives that can trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

• Histamines: Naturally occurring in fermented beverages and may provoke symptoms in those with histamine intolerance.

• Alcohol: Can irritate the digestive system or trigger reactions in those with alcohol sensitivities.

🛠️ Supportive Wellness Choices

• Avoid white wine and other alcoholic beverages for 8 weeks.

• Gradually reintroduce afterward to assess your tolerance.

• Track symptoms during elimination and reintroduction to determine changes.

💊 Supportive General Supplements

• DAO enzyme (Diamine Oxidase): Supports the breakdown of histamines.

• Probiotics: Help strengthen gut health and overall resilience.

• Vitamin B Complex: Supports metabolic processing of alcohol.

🌟 Why Might I React to White Wine but Not Red Wine or Other Alcoholic Drinks?

Key differences that may affect sensitivity include:

• Sulfite Levels: White wine generally contains more added sulfites than red wine.

• Tannins: White wine has fewer tannins than red wine, which may lead to different reactions.

• Histamines: Red wine often contains more histamines, so individual tolerance can vary depending on the compound involved.

🍽️ Popular Uses for White Wine

• White wine sauces

• Risotto

• White wine sangria

🍽️ Alternatives (if tolerated)

• Red wine

• Sparkling wine

• Organic or low-sulfite wines

• Non-alcoholic wine substitutes