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

๐ŸŸข Safe โ€” Low Oxalate
0 mg oxalate / serving
Serving: 1 tbsp (14 g) | Per 100 g: 0 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

0 mg
Oxalate / serving
Low Oxalate
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๐Ÿ“ Oxalate by Serving Size

ServingWeightOxalateVerdict
1 tbsp14 g0 mg Safe
2 x 1 tbsp28 g0 mg Safe
ยฝ x 1 tbsp7 g0 mg Safe

๐Ÿท๏ธ Tags

Grains & Pasta ๐ŸŸข Oxalate Safe Low Oxalate Plant-Based

๐ŸŸข See all Grains & Pasta rated Safe for kidney stones โ†’

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โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

Should I avoid Corn oil if I have kidney stones?

Short answer: yes. Longer answer: at 0 mg per 1 tbsp, Corn oil is one of the safer things you can eat if you're watching oxalate. Harvard T.H. Chan SPH measured this directly.

How much oxalate is in Corn oil?

One 1 tbsp of Corn oil = 0 mg oxalate. Scale it up to 100g and you're at 0 mg. Direct measurement from Harvard, 2024. About as reliable as food data gets.

Is Corn oil high in oxalates?

Low. 0 mg per 1 tbsp puts Corn oil firmly in the low-oxalate category. Safe for regular eating if you're managing kidney stones.

What are the best low-oxalate alternatives to Corn oil?

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 Corn oil. Pick from those.

How reliable is the data for Corn oil?

Oxalate: very reliable (Harvard 2024 lab measurement). Other nutrients: still being matched to USDA data. The oxalate figure is what matters for a kidney stone decision, and that one's solid.

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๐Ÿ“š Data Sources

Oxalate: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (2024) via OHF.

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.