Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 Low Animal Protein
Spam 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 oz | 56 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 2 oz | 112 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| ½ x 2 oz | 28 g | 0 mg | Safe |
🏷️ Tags
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🔗 Related Foods
🟢 Safe alternatives (recommended)
⚠️ Other foods in this category to watch
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Should I avoid Spam if I have kidney stones?
It's fine. Spam has 0 mg of oxalate per 2 oz. That's low enough that kidney stone patients don't really need to worry about it. Harvard did the measuring, not us.
How much oxalate is in Spam?
Quick math: 2 oz of Spam = 0 mg oxalate. 100g = 0 mg. Both numbers come from Harvard's latest lab measurements. Not AI, not a database, actual lab work.
Is Spam a high-oxalate food?
Nope. Spam is a low-oxalate food — just 0 mg per 2 oz. Well under the 25 mg cutoff. You're in the clear with this one.
What can I eat instead of Spam?
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 Spam. Pick from those.
How reliable is the data for Spam?
The 0 mg oxalate figure is direct from Harvard's lab — measured, not estimated. The sodium/protein/calcium numbers aren't fully matched yet. When they are, we'll update.
Does Spam have a lot of animal protein?
Animal protein alert: Spam contributes to your daily animal protein load. The connection to stones is real (higher uric acid, lower citrate). Moderation = ~3 oz per meal, not the whole plate.