Such an important topic! I made myself very ill going hardcore on spinach smoothies and steamed swiss chard. Thanks so much fir this video with the swaps! ❤
I have been using Licorice Root as a sweetener and for it's 'health' benefits. I just learned it has one of the highest Oxalate contents of anything - 3569 mg / 100 grams! I liked it too!! Turmeric and Cinnamon are high as well. It would be great if someone could make a list of Oxalate levels for herbs and spices.
It’s great that you discovered that about licorice root. Yes, that’s a good idea. Sally K. Norton has a lot of great information on her website about oxalates in herbs and spices and has lists here: sallyknorton.com/tag/low-oxalate-spices/
while both oxalates and fiber can be broken down by bacteria in the gut, the process is not exactly the same; fiber is primarily broken down by a wider range of gut bacteria through fermentation, while oxalates are specifically broken down by certain types of bacteria like "Oxalobacter formigenes" which use oxalate as a primary energy source, meaning they have a more targeted mechanism for oxalate degradation compared to the general fiber breakdown process. Key points to remember: Specific bacteria for oxalates: The main bacteria responsible for breaking down oxalates in the gut is "Oxalobacter formigenes". Fiber breakdown: Fiber is broken down by a variety of gut bacteria through fermentation, which produces beneficial byproducts. Interaction with minerals: Both oxalates and fiber can bind to minerals like calcium, potentially affecting their absorption, but the mechanism is slightly different.
Thank you Christine for this vid! I've been using Swiss chards, beets, carrots, etc, every day for a looong time. Dealing with major health issues, etc at the moment. Are Watercress high in oxalates too???
Hi PJ! I know, there is a lot of mixed information out there. According to Healthline.com carob does not contain oxalates, but then other sources say it does. If you want to be extra careful you could just play it safe and avoid it. Here's a link to the article so you can see what you think: www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/carob-powder#:~:text=Contains%20calcium%2C%20but%20no%20oxalates&text=Two%20tablespoons%20of%20carob%20powder,Carob%20powder%20contains%20no%20oxalates.
Lentils are considered low oxalate. But black beans and red kidney beans are high. Green lima beans are relatively ok and chickpeas are low oxalate. Just be careful with hummus since that contains tahini which is high oxalate so it’s best to make your own homemade hummus using some olive oil instead of tahini. Black eyed peas are another low oxalate bean. I hope this helps.
Hi Christine. I have Type 2 Diabetes but I "do not" have kidney disease. I'm interested in your video about Oxalate because I want to "prevent" from getting kidney disease. You said almond & soy has oxalate. I drink almond milk & don't drink "regular" milk because of it's "high sugar" content. Since almond has oxalate, what "alternate" option do I have? Your response is greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Well, fortunately there are lots of alternatives and people who are prone to kidney stones have more reason to follow this. There are ways to occasionally enjoy these foods like having a little dairy or calcium with them to alleviate their affects.
Ohh my word - dam if you do and dam if you do not - so what to do - my papa is 90 and he did not eat every thing but all the things we nor support to eat he did so - tell me ??
There are ways to balance the oxalates such as consuming them with some calcium source and by drinking lemon water. That’s great to hear that your dad is 90. It’s all about balance.
I am sorry but this not helpful. I eat moderate high oxalate food, and always eat counter oxalate ingredients with that. Don't deprive yourself from good nutrients. Drink 3 liters of water daily with lemmons.
Thanks for the feedback. What type of counter oxalate ingredients do you eat with the moderate high oxalate foods? Do you mean dairy products or something else?
@@ynotttt Yes, like calcium, they grab the oxalate, thus going through the digestive and out the body instead of the kidney through the urination track.
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This information is frightening but really good. Thanks.
Such an important topic! I made myself very ill going hardcore on spinach smoothies and steamed swiss chard. Thanks so much fir this video with the swaps! ❤
Yes definitely. Sorry to hear what you went through that but hoping that you’re feeling better these days. You’re so welcome!
Me too!! Spinach was on the menu every day 😬
Do you have any videos on a day of meal that are low oxalate
That’s a great idea. I will have to film a video like that!
Sorry to hear. I hope you’re feeling better.
Thanks for the information
You’re welcome!
@@ChristinesNaturalKitchen Well delivered points but- 4:19 google search; "Pistachio nuts, [roasted] 49mg/100g"
I have been using Licorice Root as a sweetener and for it's 'health' benefits. I just learned it has one of the highest Oxalate contents of anything - 3569 mg / 100 grams! I liked it too!! Turmeric and Cinnamon are high as well. It would be great if someone could make a list of Oxalate levels for herbs and spices.
It’s great that you discovered that about licorice root. Yes, that’s a good idea. Sally K. Norton has a lot of great information on her website about oxalates in herbs and spices and has lists here: sallyknorton.com/tag/low-oxalate-spices/
I learn something new, thank you.
Glad to hear it! Thanks for watching.
Very good info ty.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you very much!
Awesome! Thanks so much!
My pleasure!
@@ChristinesNaturalKitchen seems my comment gets censored but- 4:20, pistachios are rather high in oxalates aren't they?
while both oxalates and fiber can be broken down by bacteria in the gut, the process is not exactly the same; fiber is primarily broken down by a wider range of gut bacteria through fermentation, while oxalates are specifically broken down by certain types of bacteria like "Oxalobacter formigenes" which use oxalate as a primary energy source, meaning they have a more targeted mechanism for oxalate degradation compared to the general fiber breakdown process.
Key points to remember:
Specific bacteria for oxalates:
The main bacteria responsible for breaking down oxalates in the gut is "Oxalobacter formigenes".
Fiber breakdown:
Fiber is broken down by a variety of gut bacteria through fermentation, which produces beneficial byproducts.
Interaction with minerals:
Both oxalates and fiber can bind to minerals like calcium, potentially affecting their absorption, but the mechanism is slightly different.
Thanks for sharing
Thank you Christine for this vid! I've been using Swiss chards, beets, carrots, etc, every day for a looong time. Dealing with major health issues, etc at the moment. Are Watercress high in oxalates too???
You’re welcome. Fortunately watercress is a low oxalate vegetable. Wishing you best health!
in the words of my dear old dad.......what are we supposed to eat......dirt?
Great video
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.
@@ChristinesNaturalKitchen yes I wanted a video that did not give opinion & gave me facts about oxalates
I've been researching carob and keep finding information that says it is high oxalate. Which is it? Thanks a bunch.
Hi PJ! I know, there is a lot of mixed information out there. According to Healthline.com carob does not contain oxalates, but then other sources say it does. If you want to be extra careful you could just play it safe and avoid it. Here's a link to the article so you can see what you think: www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/carob-powder#:~:text=Contains%20calcium%2C%20but%20no%20oxalates&text=Two%20tablespoons%20of%20carob%20powder,Carob%20powder%20contains%20no%20oxalates.
Hi Christine. Does lentils, black beans, red kidney beans, green lima beans, chickpeas and pasta have oxalate?
Lentils are considered low oxalate. But black beans and red kidney beans are high. Green lima beans are relatively ok and chickpeas are low oxalate. Just be careful with hummus since that contains tahini which is high oxalate so it’s best to make your own homemade hummus using some olive oil instead of tahini. Black eyed peas are another low oxalate bean. I hope this helps.
IBS is not Irritable Bowel Disease, it is Irritable bowel syndrome, which is not the same. The rest of the info is appreciated
Thanks for pointing that out. I will clarify that in the video notes.
Yes, when they get done with us, no one will be able to eat anything except carnivore.
Do you have a particular eating style that works for you?
Trouble is. I've just read elsewhere. That carnevore can cause or play having with kidney too.
Hi Christine. I have Type 2 Diabetes but I "do not" have kidney disease. I'm interested in your video about Oxalate because I want to "prevent" from getting kidney disease. You said almond & soy has oxalate. I drink almond milk & don't drink "regular" milk because of it's "high sugar" content. Since almond has oxalate, what "alternate" option do I have? Your response is greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Hi Melanie, Thanks for reaching out. You could try a coconut milk beverage.
Hi Christine. Thanks for the quick response. Does lentils, black beans, red kidney beans, green lima beans have oxalate?
Sally Norton says dates are actually low and carob is high. The rest of the info in this video seems accurate.
Thank you for sharing this. Yes, there’s a lot of different information out there about oxalate content of foods. Sally is great!
We are screwed. No matter what we eat it seems.
Well, fortunately there are lots of alternatives and people who are prone to kidney stones have more reason to follow this. There are ways to occasionally enjoy these foods like having a little dairy or calcium with them to alleviate their affects.
Ohh my word - dam if you do and dam if you do not - so what to do - my papa is 90 and he did not eat every thing but all the things we nor support to eat he did so - tell me ??
There are ways to balance the oxalates such as consuming them with some calcium source and by drinking lemon water. That’s great to hear that your dad is 90. It’s all about balance.
Lentils is high in oxalate
I feel like there's something to it. Oxalate can't be toxic in itself if so many healthy foods contain a high amount of it.
I know, it’s hard to believe. Fortunately there are ways to balance it a bit by consuming calcium at the same time and drinking lemon water.
Oops, I miss typed... Licorice Root is actually 4569 mg / 100 grams not 3569. So, even worse.
Thanks for sharing this.
I am sorry but this not helpful. I eat moderate high oxalate food, and always eat counter oxalate ingredients with that. Don't deprive yourself from good nutrients.
Drink 3 liters of water daily with lemmons.
Thanks for the feedback. What type of counter oxalate ingredients do you eat with the moderate high oxalate foods? Do you mean dairy products or something else?
@@ChristinesNaturalKitchen goat cheese, cod liver oil, fermented yogurt. My 3 liters of daily water has fresh lemon squeeze in it.
Wonderful! Thanks for sharing a very valuable point here. I appreciate it.
@@qasion…do those items help carry oxalates through the digestive body? It that how they offset?
@@ynotttt Yes, like calcium, they grab the oxalate, thus going through the digestive and out the body instead of the kidney through the urination track.