Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 Oxalate by Serving Size
| Serving | Weight | Oxalate | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 fl oz | 355 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 12 fl oz | 710 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| ½ x 12 fl oz | 177 g | 0 mg | Safe |
🏷️ Tags
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🔗 Related Foods
🟢 Safe alternatives (recommended)
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat Root beer with kidney stones?
No red flags here. Just 0 mg per 12 fl oz — well below the 25 mg danger line. You can keep Root beer in your regular rotation. Data comes from Harvard (2024).
What's the oxalate content of Root beer?
Quick math: 12 fl oz of Root beer = 0 mg oxalate. 100g = 0 mg. Both numbers come from Harvard's latest lab measurements. Not AI, not a database, actual lab work.
Is Root beer low or high oxalate?
Definitely low. 0 mg oxalate per 12 fl oz. That's the green zone. No restrictions needed for this food.
What are the best low-oxalate alternatives to Root beer?
Don't give up the whole category — just pick a safer member of it. The green foods in the related section all work as substitutes for Root beer with a fraction of the oxalate.
Is Root beer a good drink for kidney stones?
As far as kidney stones go, Root beer is in the safe zone for beverages at 0 mg per serving. Hydration matters more than anything — so drink plenty of water regardless of what else you consume.
How reliable is the data for Root beer?
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.