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Is eggplant high in oxalates?
Is eggplant high or low in oxalates? See its exact rating, how much counts as a portion, and its FODMAP, salicylate, oxalate and diet compatibility in one place.
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Why oxalates food checker matters
Oxalates are compounds found in many plant foods that can bind with calcium to form crystals. High oxalate intake may contribute to kidney stones in susceptible individuals and can cause other symptoms in those with oxalate sensitivity.
- Stay well-hydrated to help prevent oxalate crystal formation
- Pair high-oxalate foods with calcium-rich foods to bind oxalates
- Cooking and boiling can reduce oxalate content in some foods
- Spread oxalate intake throughout the day rather than one large dose
- Consider probiotics - some gut bacteria break down oxalates
Sensitivities
What eggplant contains
FODMAPs
Histamine & Amines
Plant compounds
Irritants
Additives
Allergens
Diet fit
Where eggplant fits
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What to know about eggplant
Eggplant (aubergine) carries three overlapping triggers at once: it is a nightshade, it grades high in histamine and it is very high in salicylates. So if nightshades, amines or salicylates bother you, eggplant can bring on joint aches, flushing, headaches or itching that is hard to pin on a single cause. Salting and rinsing the slices before cooking cuts the bitterness, some moisture and a share of the glycoalkaloids, but it will not remove the histamine or the salicylates.
Watch for
- A nightshade, so it is off-limits on a strict nightshade-elimination or AIP protocol
- High in histamine and a mild liberator, a common cause of flushing or headaches in histamine intolerance
- Very high in salicylates, one of the higher-salicylate vegetables
- High in lectins, relevant if you follow a low-lectin approach
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Oxalates Guide
Everything you need to know about oxalates sensitivity and smart food choices.
Oxalates are compounds found in many plant foods that can bind with calcium to form crystals. High oxalate intake may contribute to kidney stones in susceptible individuals and can cause other symptoms in those with oxalate sensitivity.
Sensitivity varies widely. What triggers one person may be fine for another. Track your reactions to find your personal threshold.
These foods are generally well-tolerated for Oxalates sensitivity:
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These foods have moderate levels and may be tolerated in small amounts:
These foods are high in oxalates and may trigger symptoms:
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If you're sensitive to Oxalates, consider these strategies:
- 1Stay well-hydrated to help prevent oxalate crystal formation
- 2Pair high-oxalate foods with calcium-rich foods to bind oxalates
- 3Cooking and boiling can reduce oxalate content in some foods
- 4Spread oxalate intake throughout the day rather than one large dose
- 5Consider probiotics - some gut bacteria break down oxalates
Pro tip: Keep a food diary to track your reactions. The Triggerbites app makes this easy with automatic pattern detection.
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Is eggplant high in Oxalates?
Oxalates: higher signal - consider smaller servings or swaps.
Can I still eat eggplant if I'm sensitive to Oxalates?
Best to avoid or test carefully with a small amount.
What else should I check?
Check Nightshades, Salicylates, and Lectin next for a fuller picture.