Definition of "histamines" [histamines]

• Plural form of histamine. (noun)

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• "Champagne is a kind wine made from mostly red grapes and is relatively low in histamines and offers some health benefits, but it certainly contains calories, although less than white or red wine."
• "When those chemicals some are called histamines; others belong to the cytokine system are released into the bloodstream, they produce inflammatory reactions throughout the body, not just at the site of invasion."
• "Antihistamines work by blocking a substance called histamines, which cause the allergic reaction — sneezing, itching, watering eyes and even hives."