🟢 Safe
Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate <25 mg/serving
🟡 Caution
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
🔴 Avoid
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
Content reviewed by OxalateWatch Editorial Team. Based on Harvard T.H. Chan SPH oxalate data (2024) and NKF/AUA dietary guidelines.
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
2 mg
Oxalate / serving
Low Oxalate
0 mg
Sodium / 100g
Low Na
29.9 g
Protein / 100g
Tier 1
37 mg
Calcium / 100g
Tier 1
📏 Oxalate by Serving Size
| Serving | Weight | Oxalate | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 g | 2 mg | Safe | |
| 2 x | 40 g | 4 mg | Safe |
| ½ x | 10 g | 1 mg | Safe |
🏷️ Tags
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat Seeds with kidney stones?
It's fine. Seeds has 2 mg of oxalate per . That's low enough that kidney stone patients don't really need to worry about it. Harvard did the measuring, not us.
What's the oxalate content of Seeds?
One of Seeds = 2 mg oxalate. Scale it up to 100g and you're at 0 mg. Direct measurement from Harvard, 2024. About as reliable as food data gets.
Is Seeds high in oxalates?
Nope. Seeds is a low-oxalate food — just 2 mg per . Well under the 25 mg cutoff. You're in the clear with this one.
What are the best low-oxalate alternatives to Seeds?
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 Seeds. Pick from those.
How much sodium does Seeds have?
0 mg sodium per 100g in Seeds. Well under the 460 mg threshold. One less thing on your kidney stone checklist.
🔍 Explore More About This Food
See our detailed safety analysis for this food
Exact oxalate numbers: how much is in a serving
Low, moderate, or high oxalate? Full breakdown
How much sodium? Kidney stone risk check
📚 Data Sources
Oxalate: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (2024) via OHF. Nutrition: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy 2018 & Foundation Foods).
📖 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.