🍈 Melons
Melons. Based on Harvard T.H. Chan SPH oxalate data (2024).
2 foods in this collection
Melons — watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew — are about as close to zero-oxalate as food gets, with most measuring under 5 mg per serving. They are also high in water, which makes them a hydrating snack that pulls double duty in a stone diet: fluid volume plus negligible oxalate. Watermelon in particular is a summer staple that stone patients can eat freely. The only caution is the sugar content for patients with metabolic concerns, but on the oxalate table, melons are a clear green light.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many foods are in the Melons category?
There are 2 foods in the Melons collection in our database, all with oxalate data from Harvard T.H. Chan SPH (2024).
How should I prepare these foods?
Preparation method matters. Boiling and draining can reduce oxalate in many vegetables. Steaming and roasting have less effect. Check individual food pages for specific tips.
Are these foods generally safe for kidney stones?
It depends on the specific food — even within a category, oxalate levels vary widely. Some are very safe, others need caution. Check individual food pages for specific numbers.
Which foods in this category should I avoid?
Scan for the 🔴 markers below. These are the high-oxalate foods in this category. But keep in mind — one high-oxalate food doesn't mean the whole category is off-limits.