Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 Low Animal Protein
Ham 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 oz | 85 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 3 oz | 170 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| ½ x 3 oz | 42 g | 0 mg | Safe |
🏷️ Tags
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat Ham with kidney stones?
Safe pick. 0 mg oxalate per 3 oz means Ham is comfortably in the green zone. Harvard's 2024 lab data says so. No need to track this one obsessively.
How much oxalate is in Ham?
The lab result: 0 mg per 3 oz (85g serving). That's 0 mg per 100g. Harvard's ion chromatography analysis, 2024. Not crowdsourced, not estimated.
Is Ham high in oxalates?
Low. 0 mg per 3 oz puts Ham firmly in the low-oxalate category. Safe for regular eating if you're managing kidney stones.
What are the best low-oxalate alternatives to Ham?
Substitutes exist. The safe alternatives listed below are all low-oxalate foods in the same family as Ham. Grab one of those and you dodge the oxalate while keeping similar flavors.
Does Ham have a lot of animal protein?
Yeah, Ham 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 Ham?
The oxalate number for Ham — 0 mg per serving — is from Harvard's 2024 lab analysis. That part is solid. The USDA nutrition data (sodium, protein, calcium) is still being matched — we'll update when it's available.