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

roselle, raw

๐ŸŸก Caution โ€” Moderate
95 mg oxalate / serving
Serving: 1 cup (57 g) | Per 100 g: 166 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

95 mg
Oxalate / serving
Moderate
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Sodium / 100g
Pending
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Protein / 100g
Pending
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Calcium / 100g
Pending

๐Ÿ“ Oxalate by Serving Size

ServingWeightOxalateVerdict
1 cup57 g95 mg Caution
2 x 1 cup114 g190 mg Avoid
ยฝ x 1 cup28 g47.5 mg Caution

๐Ÿท๏ธ Tags

๐ŸŸก Oxalate Caution Moderate Oxalate

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โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

Can I eat roselle with kidney stones?

You can have it. Just be aware that at 95 mg oxalate per 1 cup, roselle isn't in the all-clear zone. Think 'sometimes food,' not 'everyday food.'

What's the oxalate content of roselle?

One 1 cup of roselle = 95 mg oxalate. Scale it up to 100g and you're at 166 mg. Direct measurement from Harvard, 2024. About as reliable as food data gets.

Is roselle low or high oxalate?

It's in the moderate range. 95 mg per 1 cup sits between safe and high-risk. Manageable if you watch how much you eat.

What can I eat instead of roselle?

The easiest move: swap roselle for any ๐ŸŸข Safe food in the related foods grid. They're all under 25 mg per serving and verified by Harvard's 2024 data. Problem solved.

How much roselle is safe to eat?

Size matters. 1 cup of roselle = 95 mg. Cut it in half, you're at roughly 47.5 mg. If you love this food, the half-portion strategy is your best compromise.

How reliable is the data for roselle?

The oxalate number for roselle โ€” 95 mg per serving โ€” is from Harvard's 2024 lab analysis. That part is solid. The USDA nutrition data (sodium, protein, calcium) is still being matched โ€” we'll update when it's available.

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๐Ÿ“š Data Sources

Oxalate: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (2024) via OHF.

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.