Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
Pecans occupy the safer end of the nut spectrum. 15 mg oxalate per ounce — safely under the 25 mg threshold. Compare that to almonds at 165 mg and the hierarchy is clear: pecans, macadamias, and chestnuts are the safe nuts. Almonds and cashews are the ones to limit. Pecan pie is a different story — the sugar, butter, and crust don't add oxalate, but the calories add up. Plain pecans as a snack or salad topping are a kidney-stone-safe choice.
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 Oxalate by Serving Size
| Serving | Weight | Oxalate | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 cup | 29 g | 15 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 1/4 cup | 58 g | 30 mg | Caution |
| ½ x 1/4 cup | 14 g | 7.5 mg | Safe |
🏷️ Tags
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat Nuts with kidney stones?
No red flags here. Just 15 mg per 1/4 cup — well below the 25 mg danger line. You can keep Nuts in your regular rotation. Data comes from Harvard (2024).
How much oxalate is in Nuts?
One 1/4 cup of Nuts = 15 mg oxalate. Scale it up to 100g and you're at 52 mg. Direct measurement from Harvard, 2024. About as reliable as food data gets.
Is Nuts a high-oxalate food?
Nope. Nuts is a low-oxalate food — just 15 mg per 1/4 cup. Well under the 25 mg cutoff. You're in the clear with this one.
What can I eat instead of Nuts?
Plenty of options. Scroll down to Related Foods — every 🟢 green item there is a lower-oxalate alternative to Nuts. Same food group, way less oxalate.
How much sodium does Nuts have?
0 mg sodium per 100g in Nuts. Well under the 460 mg threshold. One less thing on your kidney stone checklist.