๐ŸŸข Safe
Oxalate <25 mg/serving
๐ŸŸก Caution
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
๐Ÿ”ด Avoid
Oxalate โ‰ฅ100 mg/serving
๐ŸŸก

Chips, Banana

๐ŸŸก Caution โ€” Moderate
61 mg oxalate / serving
Serving: 13 pieces (30 g) | Per 100 g: 203 mg
โœ“ Medically Reviewed Content reviewed by OxalateWatch Editorial Team. Based on Harvard T.H. Chan SPH oxalate data (2024) and NKF/AUA dietary guidelines.

๐Ÿ“Š Nutrition at a Glance

61 mg
Oxalate / serving
Moderate
6 mg
Sodium / 100g
Low Na
2.3 g
Protein / 100g
Tier 1
18 mg
Calcium / 100g
Tier 1

๐Ÿ“ Oxalate by Serving Size

ServingWeightOxalateVerdict
13 pieces30 g61 mg Caution
2 x 13 pieces60 g122 mg Avoid
ยฝ x 13 pieces15 g30.5 mg Caution

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โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

Should I avoid Chips if I have kidney stones?

Awareness over avoidance. Chips has 61 mg oxalate per 13 pieces โ€” higher than ideal, but not panic-worthy. Smaller servings, less frequent, problem mostly solved.

How much oxalate is in Chips?

61 mg โ€” that's the oxalate in a standard 13 pieces of Chips. For the 100g comparison freaks: 203 mg. Source is Harvard's 2024 food analysis project.

Is Chips low or high oxalate?

Middle of the pack. 61 mg oxalate per 13 pieces puts Chips in the moderate zone. Fine occasionally, not an everyday food.

What can I eat instead of Chips?

Plenty of options. Scroll down to Related Foods โ€” every ๐ŸŸข green item there is a lower-oxalate alternative to Chips. Same food group, way less oxalate.

How much sodium does Chips have?

Low sodium: 6 mg/100g. That's a non-issue for kidney stones. Just don't undo it by drowning it in salt during cooking.

How much Chips is safe to eat?

A standard serving (13 pieces) of Chips gives you 61 mg oxalate. Half that = 30.5 mg. That's the difference between a caution-level and a safe-level meal. Portions matter a lot here.

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๐Ÿ“š Data Sources

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

๐Ÿ“– 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.