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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Hot sauce

๐ŸŸข Safe โ€” Low Oxalate
0 mg oxalate / serving
Serving: 1 tsp (5 g) | Per 100 g: 1 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
2733 mg
Sodium / 100g
High Na
1.4 g
Protein / 100g
Tier 1
32 mg
Calcium / 100g
Tier 1

๐Ÿšจ High Sodium Alert

Hot sauce contains 2733 mg sodium per 100g โ€” well above the recommended limit for kidney stone patients. High sodium intake can increase calcium in urine, raising stone risk.

๐Ÿ“ Oxalate by Serving Size

ServingWeightOxalateVerdict
1 tsp5 g0 mg Safe
2 x 1 tsp10 g0 mg Safe
ยฝ x 1 tsp2 g0 mg Safe

๐Ÿท๏ธ Tags

Condiments ๐ŸŸข Oxalate Safe Low Oxalate High Sodium

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โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hot sauce safe for kidney stones?

Yep, you're good. Hot sauce clocks in at 0 mg oxalate per 1 tsp โ€” way under the 25 mg cutoff. Eat it without the stress. Measured by Harvard, not guessed.

What's the oxalate content of Hot sauce?

The exact figure: 0 mg of oxalate per 1 tsp of Hot sauce. Works out to 1 mg/100g. This is the number kidney stone patients actually need. Harvard (2024) verified.

Is Hot sauce low or high oxalate?

It's low. 0 mg per 1 tsp is well under the 25 mg danger line. Hot sauce is not the food you need to worry about.

What can I eat instead of Hot sauce?

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

Is Hot sauce high in sodium?

Sodium warning: Hot sauce packs 2733 mg per 100g. That's high enough to push extra calcium into your urine โ€” a stone risk you don't need. Pick low-sodium versions if they exist.

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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.