Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate โฅ100 mg/serving
๐ Nutrition at a Glance
โ ๏ธ Moderate Sodium
Halibut has 296 mg sodium per 100g. While not critically high, kidney stone patients should monitor sodium intake as excess can raise urinary calcium.
๐ Moderate Animal Protein
Halibut contains animal protein (about 12g per 100g). The AUA recommends limiting non-dairy animal protein to 3 oz (palm-sized) per meal. Reference guide, not an official standard.
๐ Oxalate by Serving Size
| Serving | Weight | Oxalate | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 oz | 113 g | 1 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 4 oz | 226 g | 2 mg | Safe |
| ยฝ x 4 oz | 56 g | 0.5 mg | Safe |
๐ท๏ธ Tags
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๐ Related Foods
๐ข Safe alternatives (recommended)
โ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat Halibut with kidney stones?
Yep, you're good. Halibut clocks in at 1 mg oxalate per 4 oz โ way under the 25 mg cutoff. Eat it without the stress. Measured by Harvard, not guessed.
How much oxalate is in Halibut?
One 4 oz of Halibut = 1 mg oxalate. Scale it up to 100g and you're at 1 mg. Direct measurement from Harvard, 2024. About as reliable as food data gets.
Is Halibut high in oxalates?
It's low. 1 mg per 4 oz is well under the 25 mg danger line. Halibut is not the food you need to worry about.
What are the best low-oxalate alternatives to Halibut?
Plenty of options. Scroll down to Related Foods โ every ๐ข green item there is a lower-oxalate alternative to Halibut. Same food group, way less oxalate.
How much sodium does Halibut have?
Low sodium: 296 mg/100g. That's a non-issue for kidney stones. Just don't undo it by drowning it in salt during cooking.
Does Halibut have a lot of animal protein?
Yeah, Halibut is an animal protein source. That matters because excess animal protein raises uric acid and urinary calcium โ both stone promoters. Keep portions around 3 oz (palm-sized) per meal.