Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 High Animal Protein
Turkey breast contains animal protein (about 30g 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 oz | 113 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 4 oz | 226 g | 0 mg | Safe |
| ½ x 4 oz | 56 g | 0 mg | Safe |
🏷️ Tags
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Should I avoid Turkey breast if I have kidney stones?
Short answer: yes. Longer answer: at 0 mg per 4 oz, Turkey breast is one of the safer things you can eat if you're watching oxalate. Harvard T.H. Chan SPH measured this directly.
How much oxalate is in Turkey breast?
Here are the numbers: 0 mg oxalate in one 4 oz of Turkey breast (113g). Per 100 grams, that's 0 mg. Harvard T.H. Chan SPH did the lab work (2024) — these aren't database guesses.
Is Turkey breast low or high oxalate?
Nope. Turkey breast is a low-oxalate food — just 0 mg per 4 oz. Well under the 25 mg cutoff. You're in the clear with this one.
What can I eat instead of Turkey breast?
Substitutes exist. The safe alternatives listed below are all low-oxalate foods in the same family as Turkey breast. Grab one of those and you dodge the oxalate while keeping similar flavors.
Does Turkey breast 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 much sodium does Turkey breast have?
Low sodium: 99 mg/100g. That's a non-issue for kidney stones. Just don't undo it by drowning it in salt during cooking.