Citrus fruit may cause high blood pressure in patients taking MAOIs

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“Citrus fruits like orange, grapefruit, lemon, lime and tangerine contain high levels of tyramine,” explains WebMD.

Because these fruits only contain small amounts of tyramine, their consumption may still be safe at low levels.

“Tropical fruits have higher tyramine levels when ripened. Ripe bananas, pineapple and avocado should be avoided if you are particularly sensitive to tyramine,” adds WebMD.

It adds: “Sauerkraut, kimchi, pickled beets, pickled cucumbers and pickled peppers have high tyramine levels.

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