Pepper, chili (jalapeño, serrano, habanero, cayenne, poblano) — Safe, Caution, or Avoid on 5 Elimination Diets
Pepper, chili (jalapeño, serrano, habanero, cayenne, poblano) is safe on low FODMAP, SCD, gluten-free, and lactose-free; avoid on low histamine.
In plain terms: Pepper, chili is low FODMAP and high in histamine.
| Diet | Rating |
|---|---|
| Low FODMAP | safe |
| Low Histamine | avoid |
| SCD | safe |
| Gluten-Free | safe |
| Lactose-Free | safe |
Notes: Nightshade; histamine liberator
Category: Vegetables
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Safe-food lists that include Pepper, chili (jalapeño, serrano, habanero, cayenne, poblano)
- Low FODMAP & SCD safe foods
- Low FODMAP & Gluten-Free safe foods
- Low FODMAP & Dairy-Free safe foods
- SCD & Gluten-Free safe foods
- SCD & Dairy-Free safe foods
- Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free safe foods
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This is general information, not medical advice. Tolerances vary from person to person and with portion size — always check the label, as recipes and product formulations change, and speak to your GP or a registered dietitian about your own diet.