Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 Low Animal Protein
Hot dog 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 frank | 45 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 1 frank | 90 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| ½ x 1 frank | 22 g | 0 mg | Safe |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hot dog safe for kidney stones?
It's fine. Hot dog has 0 mg of oxalate per 1 frank. That's low enough that kidney stone patients don't really need to worry about it. Harvard did the measuring, not us.
What's the oxalate content of Hot dog?
0 mg — that's the oxalate in a standard 1 frank of Hot dog. For the 100g comparison freaks: 0 mg. Source is Harvard's 2024 food analysis project.
Is Hot dog high in oxalates?
It's low. 0 mg per 1 frank is well under the 25 mg danger line. Hot dog is not the food you need to worry about.
What can I eat instead of Hot dog?
Plenty of options. Scroll down to Related Foods — every 🟢 green item there is a lower-oxalate alternative to Hot dog. Same food group, way less oxalate.
Does Hot dog have a lot of animal protein?
Yeah, Hot dog 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.
How reliable is the data for Hot dog?
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.