Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 Low Animal Protein
Italian sausage 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 link | 85 g | 0 mg | Low Oxalate |
| 2 x 1 link | 170 g | 0 mg | Low Oxalate |
| ½ x 1 link | 42 g | 0 mg | Low Oxalate |
🏷️ Tags
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🔗 Related Foods
🟢 Safe alternatives (recommended)
⚠️ Other foods in this category to watch
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Should I avoid Italian sausage if I have kidney stones?
Don't overthink this one. Italian sausage has 0 mg oxalate per 1 link. That's solidly safe territory for kidney stones. The number is from Harvard's latest lab work.
How much oxalate is in Italian sausage?
Quick math: 1 link of Italian sausage = 0 mg oxalate. 100g = 0 mg. Both numbers come from Harvard's latest lab measurements. Not AI, not a database, actual lab work.
Is Italian sausage a high-oxalate food?
Definitely low. 0 mg oxalate per 1 link. That's the green zone. No restrictions needed for this food.
What are the best low-oxalate alternatives to Italian sausage?
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 Italian sausage. Pick from those.
Does Italian sausage have a lot of animal protein?
It has animal protein, which increases kidney stone risk through uric acid and calcium in urine. Not a reason to eliminate it — just a reason to watch portions. AUA says about 3 oz per meal.
How reliable is the data for Italian sausage?
The 0 mg oxalate figure is direct from Harvard's lab — measured, not estimated. The sodium/protein/calcium numbers aren't fully matched yet. When they are, we'll update.