๐ŸŸข Safe
Oxalate <25 mg/serving
๐ŸŸก Caution
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
๐Ÿ”ด Avoid
Oxalate โ‰ฅ100 mg/serving
๐ŸŸก

Nopal (Prickly Pear), cooked

๐ŸŸก Caution โ€” Moderate
87 mg oxalate / serving
Serving: 1/2 cup (75 g) | Per 100 g: 116 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

87 mg
Oxalate / serving
Moderate
8 mg
Sodium / 100g
Low Na
0.0 g
Protein / 100g
Tier 1
12 mg
Calcium / 100g
Tier 1

๐Ÿ“ Oxalate by Serving Size

ServingWeightOxalateVerdict
1/2 cup75 g87 mg Caution
2 x 1/2 cup150 g174 mg Avoid
ยฝ x 1/2 cup37 g43.5 mg Caution

๐Ÿท๏ธ Tags

Vegetables Plant-Based Moderate Oxalate ๐ŸŸก Oxalate Caution

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โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

Can I eat Nopal (Prickly Pear) with kidney stones?

Proceed, but with awareness. Nopal (Prickly Pear) delivers 87 mg oxalate per 1/2 cup. That's moderate โ€” above the safe line, below the danger line. Portion size is your friend here.

How much oxalate is in Nopal (Prickly Pear)?

Quick math: 1/2 cup of Nopal (Prickly Pear) = 87 mg oxalate. 100g = 116 mg. Both numbers come from Harvard's latest lab measurements. Not AI, not a database, actual lab work.

Is Nopal (Prickly Pear) a high-oxalate food?

It's in the moderate range. 87 mg per 1/2 cup sits between safe and high-risk. Manageable if you watch how much you eat.

What can I eat instead of Nopal (Prickly Pear)?

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

How much sodium does Nopal (Prickly Pear) have?

8 mg sodium per 100g in Nopal (Prickly Pear). Well under the 460 mg threshold. One less thing on your kidney stone checklist.

How much Nopal (Prickly Pear) is safe to eat?

The portion math: 1/2 cup = 87 mg oxalate. Half serving = ~43.5 mg. With a 100 mg daily oxalate target, 87 mg from one food eats a big chunk of your budget. Go smaller.

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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.