Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
📏 High Animal Protein
Turkey 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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🔗 Related Foods
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Should I avoid Turkey if I have kidney stones?
Yep, you're good. Turkey clocks in at 0 mg oxalate per 4 oz — way under the 25 mg cutoff. Eat it without the stress. Measured by Harvard, not guessed.
How much oxalate is in Turkey?
Quick math: 4 oz of Turkey = 0 mg oxalate. 100g = 0 mg. Both numbers come from Harvard's latest lab measurements. Not AI, not a database, actual lab work.
Is Turkey low or high oxalate?
It's low. 0 mg per 4 oz is well under the 25 mg danger line. Turkey is not the food you need to worry about.
What are the best low-oxalate alternatives to Turkey?
Substitutes exist. The safe alternatives listed below are all low-oxalate foods in the same family as Turkey. Grab one of those and you dodge the oxalate while keeping similar flavors.
Does Turkey 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 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.