Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 Low Animal Protein
Canadian bacon contains animal protein (about 0g per 100g). The AUA recommends limiting non-dairy animal protein to 3 oz (palm-sized) per meal. Reference guide, not an official standard.
📏 Oxalate by Serving Size
| Serving | Weight | Oxalate | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 slices | 46 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 2 slices | 92 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| ½ x 2 slices | 23 g | 0 mg | Safe |
🏷️ Tags
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🔗 Related Foods
🟢 Safe alternatives (recommended)
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Should I avoid Canadian bacon if I have kidney stones?
No red flags here. Just 0 mg per 2 slices — well below the 25 mg danger line. You can keep Canadian bacon in your regular rotation. Data comes from Harvard (2024).
How much oxalate is in Canadian bacon?
Quick math: 2 slices of Canadian bacon = 0 mg oxalate. 100g = 0 mg. Both numbers come from Harvard's latest lab measurements. Not AI, not a database, actual lab work.
Is Canadian bacon low or high oxalate?
Low. 0 mg per 2 slices puts Canadian bacon firmly in the low-oxalate category. Safe for regular eating if you're managing kidney stones.
What can I eat instead of Canadian bacon?
Look at the 'Safe Alternatives' section right below this FAQ. Those foods are all under 25 mg oxalate per serving and in the same category as Canadian bacon. Pick from those.
Does Canadian bacon have a lot of animal protein?
Yeah, Canadian bacon is an animal protein source. That matters because excess animal protein raises uric acid and urinary calcium — both stone promoters. Keep portions around 3 oz (palm-sized) per meal.
How reliable is the data for Canadian bacon?
Oxalate: very reliable (Harvard 2024 lab measurement). Other nutrients: still being matched to USDA data. The oxalate figure is what matters for a kidney stone decision, and that one's solid.