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Shrimp — Low or High Oxalate?

Based on Harvard's 2024 lab measurements, Shrimp falls in the **Low Oxalate** range (under 25 mg/serving). That's the safest category for kidney stone patients — you can eat this food regularly without oxalate concerns. At 0 mg per serving, Shrimp is a dependable low-oxalate choice.
✓ Medically Reviewed Based on Harvard T.H. Chan SPH oxalate data (2024) and NKF/AUA dietary guidelines.
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mg oxalate
per serving
Food: Shrimp, cooked
Serving: 3 oz (85 g)
Verdict: 🟢 Safe
Per 100g: 0 mg
Data: Harvard T.H. Chan SPH (2024)
💡 What This Means for Your Diet

What this means: Shrimp is rated Safe (🟢). At 0 mg oxalate per serving, it's well under the 25 mg safety threshold. You can include it regularly in a kidney stone diet. Pair it with calcium-rich foods (dairy, fortified plant milks) for additional protection, and drink plenty of water throughout the day.

📊 How Shrimp Compares

Among seafood, Shrimp sits well below the category average of 2 mg. For context, 55 out of 55 seafood (100%) are rated 🟢 Safe (under 25 mg oxalate/serving). The average seafood in our database has 2 mg oxalate per serving — which means Shrimp is 100% below the category norm. Within its specific category, Shrimp ranks among the lower-oxalate options. This context matters because two 'Safe' foods can have very different oxalate levels — one might have 5 mg while another has 24 mg. Both are Safe, but the first gives you more dietary flexibility. Browse all seafood rated Safe to compare within the same verdict level.

❓ Related Questions

What's the difference between 'Low' and 'Safe'?

Low Oxalate means under 25 mg per serving — the same threshold as Safe. They're equivalent in practice. The verdict system uses Low/Moderate/High to describe oxalate categories and Safe/Caution/Avoid to recommend dietary action.

Can oxalate levels change with cooking?

Yes. Boiling and discarding water can reduce soluble oxalate by 30-50% in many vegetables. Check the food's main page or cooking-specific angle page for details on preparation effects.

Is 'Low Oxalate' the same as 'No Oxalate'?

No — almost all plant foods contain some oxalate. 'Low Oxalate' means under 25 mg per serving, which is considered safe for kidney stone patients. Only purified products like sugar, oil, and salt have near-zero oxalate.

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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.