๐ŸŸข Safe
Oxalate <25 mg/serving
๐ŸŸก Caution
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
๐Ÿ”ด Avoid
Oxalate โ‰ฅ100 mg/serving
๐ŸŸก

Berries, Elderberries, dried

๐ŸŸก Caution โ€” Moderate
51 mg oxalate / serving
Serving: 2 tbsp (16 g) | Per 100 g: 316 mg
โœ“ Medically Reviewed Content reviewed by OxalateWatch Editorial Team. Based on Harvard T.H. Chan SPH oxalate data (2024) and NKF/AUA dietary guidelines.

๐Ÿ“Š Nutrition at a Glance

51 mg
Oxalate / serving
Moderate
6 mg
Sodium / 100g
Low Na
0.7 g
Protein / 100g
Tier 1
38 mg
Calcium / 100g
Tier 1

๐Ÿ“ Oxalate by Serving Size

ServingWeightOxalateVerdict
2 tbsp16 g51 mg Caution
2 x 2 tbsp32 g102 mg Avoid
ยฝ x 2 tbsp8 g25.5 mg Caution

๐Ÿท๏ธ Tags

๐ŸŸก Oxalate Caution Moderate Oxalate

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โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berries safe for kidney stones?

You can have it. Just be aware that at 51 mg oxalate per 2 tbsp, Berries isn't in the all-clear zone. Think 'sometimes food,' not 'everyday food.'

How much oxalate is in Berries?

Quick math: 2 tbsp of Berries = 51 mg oxalate. 100g = 316 mg. Both numbers come from Harvard's latest lab measurements. Not AI, not a database, actual lab work.

Is Berries a high-oxalate food?

Moderate. Berries has 51 mg oxalate per 2 tbsp โ€” not high enough to panic, not low enough to ignore. Portions matter with this one.

What can I eat instead of Berries?

Plenty of options. Scroll down to Related Foods โ€” every ๐ŸŸข green item there is a lower-oxalate alternative to Berries. Same food group, way less oxalate.

How much sodium does Berries have?

Sodium's not the issue here. Berries has 6 mg per 100g โ€” comfortably low. No need to worry about salt pushing extra calcium into your urine with this food.

How much Berries is safe to eat?

Size matters. 2 tbsp of Berries = 51 mg. Cut it in half, you're at roughly 25.5 mg. If you love this food, the half-portion strategy is your best compromise.

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๐Ÿ“š Data Sources

Oxalate: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (2024) via OHF. Nutrition: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy 2018 & Foundation Foods).

๐Ÿ“– Key Scientific References

Taylor EN, Curhan GC. Oxalate intake and the risk for nephrolithiasis. J Am Soc Nephrol. 2007;18(7):2198-2204. PMID: 17538185
Borghi L, Schianchi T, Meschi T, et al. Comparison of two diets for the prevention of recurrent stones in idiopathic hypercalciuria. N Engl J Med. 2002;346(2):77-84. DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa010369
Fink HA, Akornor JW, Garimella PS, et al. Diet, fluid, or supplements for secondary prevention of nephrolithiasis. Eur Urol. 2009;56(1):72-80. DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2009.03.031
Ferraro PM, Taylor EN, Gambaro G, Curhan GC. Dietary and lifestyle factors for primary prevention of nephrolithiasis. BMC Nephrol. 2020;21(1):267. PMID: 32652950
Pearle MS, Goldfarb DS, Assimos DG, et al. Medical management of kidney stones: AUA guideline. J Urol. 2014;192(2):316-324. DOI: 10.1016/j.juro.2014.05.006
Liebman M, Costa G. Effects of calcium and magnesium on urinary oxalate excretion after oxalate loads. J Urol. 2000;163(5):1565-1569. PMID: 10751889
Holmes RP, Assimos DG. The impact of dietary oxalate on kidney stone formation. Urol Res. 2004;32(5):311-316. DOI: 10.1007/s00240-004-0437-3
Lin BB, Lin ME, Huang RH, et al. Dietary treatment and fluid intake for prevention of recurrent calcium stones. PLoS One. 2021;16(4):e0250257. PMID: 33872340
This is dietary reference information, NOT medical advice. Talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet. Oxalate tolerance varies by person, stone type, and medication.