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honey

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Is honey high in oxalates?

Oxalates status
Safe

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Sensitivity notes

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

Triggers

Histamine
Safe
Histamine Liberators
Safe
FODMAPs
High
Fructans
Safe
GOS
Safe
Fructose
Avoid
Polyols
Safe
Gluten
Safe
Lactose
Safe
Dairy Proteins
Safe
Nightshades
Safe
Salicylates
High
Oxalates
Safe
Nickel
Safe
Sulfites
Safe
Nitrites
Safe
Glutamates
Safe
Tyramine
Safe
Caffeine
Safe
Lectin
Safe
Low Fermentation
Avoid

Diets

Inflammation
✗ Avoid
Vegan
✗ Avoid
Vegetarian
✓ Fit
Paleo AIP
✓ Fit
Mediterranean
✗ Avoid
DASH Diet
✗ Avoid
EoE Compatible
✓ Fit
FODMAPs
✗ Avoid
Low Fermentation
✗ Avoid
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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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