Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 Low Animal Protein
mcdonald's 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 108 g | 20 mg | Safe | |
| 2 x | 216 g | 40 mg | Caution |
| ½ x | 54 g | 10 mg | Safe |
🏷️ Tags
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat mcdonald's with kidney stones?
Yep, you're good. mcdonald's clocks in at 20 mg oxalate per — way under the 25 mg cutoff. Eat it without the stress. Measured by Harvard, not guessed.
What's the oxalate content of mcdonald's?
Quick math: of mcdonald's = 20 mg oxalate. 100g = 0 mg. Both numbers come from Harvard's latest lab measurements. Not AI, not a database, actual lab work.
Is mcdonald's low or high oxalate?
Definitely low. 20 mg oxalate per . That's the green zone. No restrictions needed for this food.
What are the best low-oxalate alternatives to mcdonald's?
Substitutes exist. The safe alternatives listed below are all low-oxalate foods in the same family as mcdonald's. Grab one of those and you dodge the oxalate while keeping similar flavors.
How reliable is the data for mcdonald's?
The oxalate number for mcdonald's — 20 mg per serving — is from Harvard's 2024 lab analysis. That part is solid. The USDA nutrition data (sodium, protein, calcium) is still being matched — we'll update when it's available.
Does mcdonald's 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.