Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 Low Animal Protein
Salmon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 oz | 85 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 3 oz | 170 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| ½ x 3 oz | 42 g | 0 mg | Safe |
🏷️ Tags
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🔗 Related Foods
🟢 Safe alternatives (recommended)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Salmon safe for kidney stones?
Don't overthink this one. Salmon has 0 mg oxalate per 3 oz. That's solidly safe territory for kidney stones. The number is from Harvard's latest lab work.
How much oxalate is in Salmon?
The lab result: 0 mg per 3 oz (85g serving). That's 0 mg per 100g. Harvard's ion chromatography analysis, 2024. Not crowdsourced, not estimated.
Is Salmon high in oxalates?
It's low. 0 mg per 3 oz is well under the 25 mg danger line. Salmon is not the food you need to worry about.
What can I eat instead of Salmon?
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 Salmon. Pick from those.
Does Salmon have a lot of animal protein?
Animal protein alert: Salmon contributes to your daily animal protein load. The connection to stones is real (higher uric acid, lower citrate). Moderation = ~3 oz per meal, not the whole plate.
How reliable is the data for Salmon?
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.