Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 Low Animal Protein
Pastrami 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 | 57 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 2 slices | 114 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| ½ x 2 slices | 28 g | 0 mg | Safe |
🏷️ Tags
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat Pastrami with kidney stones?
No red flags here. Just 0 mg per 2 slices — well below the 25 mg danger line. You can keep Pastrami in your regular rotation. Data comes from Harvard (2024).
What's the oxalate content of Pastrami?
Quick math: 2 slices of Pastrami = 0 mg oxalate. 100g = 0 mg. Both numbers come from Harvard's latest lab measurements. Not AI, not a database, actual lab work.
Is Pastrami high in oxalates?
It's low. 0 mg per 2 slices is well under the 25 mg danger line. Pastrami is not the food you need to worry about.
What can I eat instead of Pastrami?
Plenty of options. Scroll down to Related Foods — every 🟢 green item there is a lower-oxalate alternative to Pastrami. Same food group, way less oxalate.
Does Pastrami have a lot of animal protein?
It has animal protein, which increases kidney stone risk through uric acid and calcium in urine. Not a reason to eliminate it — just a reason to watch portions. AUA says about 3 oz per meal.
How reliable is the data for Pastrami?
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.