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🟢 Honey, Clover VS 🔴 Good King Henry

Let's be clear: Good King Henry is the much safer choice here. At just 110 mg oxalate per serving, it's solidly in the safe zone — compared to Honey, Clover's 1 mg. If you're managing kidney stones and choosing between these two, the math is straightforward.

✓ Medically Reviewed Content reviewed by OxalateWatch editorial team. Based on Harvard T.H. Chan SPH oxalate data (2024) and NKF/AUA dietary guidelines.

⚖️ Head-to-Head Comparison

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Honey, Clover
Safe — Low Oxalate
1 mg oxalate / serving
Serving: 1 tbsp (21 g)
Per 100 g: 3 mg oxalate
Sodium: 4 mg/100g | Calcium: 6 mg/100g | Protein: 0.3 g/100g
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Good King Henry
Avoid — High Oxalate
110 mg oxalate / serving
Serving: 1/2 cup (45 g)
Per 100 g: 245 mg oxalate
Sodium: — | Calcium: — | Protein: —

🏆 The Verdict: Choose Honey, Clover

At 1 mg oxalate per serving (rated Safe), Honey, Clover is the clear winner over Good King Henry (110 mg, Avoid). The 110x difference comes from Harvard's 2024 lab measurements — this isn't an estimate or guess. Build your meals around Honey, Clover and use Good King Henry sparingly, if at all.

🔍 Key Takeaways

**Oxalate gap:** 110 mg vs 1 mg per serving — a 110x difference. One of these is significantly easier to fit into a kidney stone diet.
**Verdicts:** Good King Henry is rated **Avoid (100+ mg/serving)**; Honey, Clover is rated **Safe (under 25 mg/serving)**.
**Serving strategy:** If you choose Good King Henry, consider a half portion or pair it with a calcium source. Honey, Clover can be eaten more freely.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better for kidney stones — Good King Henry or Honey, Clover?

Honey, Clover is the clear winner. At 1 mg oxalate per serving, it's rated Safe — compared to Good King Henry's 110 mg. That's a 110x difference. If you're managing kidney stones, Honey, Clover is the safer everyday choice. But Good King Henry isn't permanently off-limits — just be aware of portions and frequency.

Can I eat Good King Henry and Honey, Clover together?

You can, but be aware of the math. Together they'd total about 111 mg oxalate — which is in Avoid territory. If both are in one meal, the oxalate load adds up. Better strategy: make Honey, Clover the main component and use Good King Henry sparingly.

How should I prepare Good King Henry vs Honey, Clover differently?

Boil and drain Good King Henry to cut oxalate. Honey, Clover can be prepared any way — it's already in the safe zone regardless of cooking method. If making a dish with both, prepare them separately so you can boil the higher-oxalate one.

What are good substitutes if I want to avoid Good King Henry?

The obvious swap is Honey, Clover — same food category, 110x less oxalate. You can also browse the Condiments category on OxalateWatch for other 🟢 Safe options. The key is sticking with foods rated Safe (under 25 mg/serving).

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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.