🟢 Safe
Oxalate <25 mg/serving
🟡 Caution
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
🔴 Avoid
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
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Candy, Dark Chocolate, bar or chips

🟡 Caution — Moderate
65 mg oxalate / serving
Serving: 1 oz (28 g) | Per 100 g: 232 mg
✓ Medically Reviewed Content reviewed by OxalateWatch Editorial Team. Based on Harvard T.H. Chan SPH oxalate data (2024) and NKF/AUA dietary guidelines.

📊 Nutrition at a Glance

65 mg
Oxalate / serving
Moderate
6 mg
Sodium / 100g
Low Na
5.5 g
Protein / 100g
Tier 1
30 mg
Calcium / 100g
Tier 1

📏 Oxalate by Serving Size

ServingWeightOxalateVerdict
1 oz28 g65 mg Caution
2 x 1 oz56 g130 mg Avoid
½ x 1 oz14 g32.5 mg Caution

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Candy safe for kidney stones?

It's not off-limits, but keep an eye on portions. Candy has 65 mg oxalate per 1 oz — that's in the caution zone (25-99 mg). Eat it, just don't make it a daily thing.

What's the oxalate content of Candy?

Quick math: 1 oz of Candy = 65 mg oxalate. 100g = 232 mg. Both numbers come from Harvard's latest lab measurements. Not AI, not a database, actual lab work.

Is Candy a high-oxalate food?

Middle of the pack. 65 mg oxalate per 1 oz puts Candy in the moderate zone. Fine occasionally, not an everyday food.

What are the best low-oxalate alternatives to Candy?

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 Candy. Pick from those.

How much Candy is safe to eat?

Think garnish, not main dish. Candy at 65 mg per 1 oz is a lot for one food. Use smaller amounts spread across meals or as a flavor accent rather than the centerpiece.

How much sodium does Candy have?

The sodium level is fine — 6 mg/100g. If all your foods looked like this on sodium, you'd be in great shape for stone prevention.

Is Candy a good drink for kidney stones?

As far as kidney stones go, Candy is in the caution zone for beverages at 65 mg per serving. Hydration matters more than anything — so drink plenty of water regardless of what else you consume.

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📚 Data Sources

Oxalate: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (2024) via OHF. Nutrition: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy 2018 & Foundation Foods).

📖 Key Scientific References

Taylor EN, Curhan GC. Oxalate intake and the risk for nephrolithiasis. J Am Soc Nephrol. 2007;18(7):2198-2204. PMID: 17538185
Borghi L, Schianchi T, Meschi T, et al. Comparison of two diets for the prevention of recurrent stones in idiopathic hypercalciuria. N Engl J Med. 2002;346(2):77-84. DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa010369
Fink HA, Akornor JW, Garimella PS, et al. Diet, fluid, or supplements for secondary prevention of nephrolithiasis. Eur Urol. 2009;56(1):72-80. DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2009.03.031
Ferraro PM, Taylor EN, Gambaro G, Curhan GC. Dietary and lifestyle factors for primary prevention of nephrolithiasis. BMC Nephrol. 2020;21(1):267. PMID: 32652950
Pearle MS, Goldfarb DS, Assimos DG, et al. Medical management of kidney stones: AUA guideline. J Urol. 2014;192(2):316-324. DOI: 10.1016/j.juro.2014.05.006
Liebman M, Costa G. Effects of calcium and magnesium on urinary oxalate excretion after oxalate loads. J Urol. 2000;163(5):1565-1569. PMID: 10751889
Holmes RP, Assimos DG. The impact of dietary oxalate on kidney stone formation. Urol Res. 2004;32(5):311-316. DOI: 10.1007/s00240-004-0437-3
Lin BB, Lin ME, Huang RH, et al. Dietary treatment and fluid intake for prevention of recurrent calcium stones. PLoS One. 2021;16(4):e0250257. PMID: 33872340
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.