Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 Low Animal Protein
Bratwurst 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 link | 85 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 1 link | 170 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| ½ x 1 link | 42 g | 0 mg | Safe |
🏷️ Tags
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🔗 Related Foods
🟢 Safe alternatives (recommended)
⚠️ Other foods in this category to watch
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat Bratwurst with kidney stones?
Short answer: yes. Longer answer: at 0 mg per 1 link, Bratwurst is one of the safer things you can eat if you're watching oxalate. Harvard T.H. Chan SPH measured this directly.
What's the oxalate content of Bratwurst?
Quick math: 1 link of Bratwurst = 0 mg oxalate. 100g = 0 mg. Both numbers come from Harvard's latest lab measurements. Not AI, not a database, actual lab work.
Is Bratwurst a high-oxalate food?
It's low. 0 mg per 1 link is well under the 25 mg danger line. Bratwurst is not the food you need to worry about.
What are the best low-oxalate alternatives to Bratwurst?
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 Bratwurst. Pick from those.
How reliable is the data for Bratwurst?
The oxalate number for Bratwurst — 0 mg per serving — is from Harvard's 2024 lab analysis. That part is solid. The USDA nutrition data (sodium, protein, calcium) is still being matched — we'll update when it's available.
Does Bratwurst have a lot of animal protein?
Yeah, Bratwurst is an animal protein source. That matters because excess animal protein raises uric acid and urinary calcium — both stone promoters. Keep portions around 3 oz (palm-sized) per meal.