Low Oxalate Diet

Unity Health Toronto
19 Jan 202107:01
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TLDRThe video script discusses the role of oxalate in the formation of calcium oxalate kidney stones and provides strategies to prevent them. Oxalate, an organic compound found in many plants and produced by the body, can combine with calcium in urine to form crystals that may grow into kidney stones. To reduce oxalate absorption, viewers are advised to consume dairy products with meals, as calcium in dairy binds to oxalate and prevents absorption. Cooking plant-based foods can also lower their oxalate content. The script cautions against high doses of vitamin C and recommends a low oxalate diet, with lists provided for low, moderate, and high oxalate foods. For personalized dietary advice, viewers are encouraged to consult with a doctor or dietitian.

Takeaways
  • 🍽️ **Diet Adjustments**: To prevent calcium oxalate kidney stones, reduce intake of high oxalate foods.
  • 🥛 **Dairy Benefits**: Consuming dairy products with meals can help bind oxalate and prevent its absorption.
  • 🥦 **Cooking Methods**: Cooking plant-based foods can lower their oxalate content.
  • 🚫 **Vitamin C Limit**: Avoid high doses of vitamin C, as it contributes to oxalate formation in the body.
  • 🥗 **Low Oxalate Diet**: Follow a low oxalate diet if recommended by a healthcare professional.
  • 🍏 **Fruits to Choose**: Opt for low oxalate fruits such as apples, bananas, and watermelons.
  • 🥬 **Vegetable Options**: Select vegetables like alfalfa sprouts, broccoli, and lettuce that are low in oxalate.
  • 🥔 **Potato Products**: Moderate intake of potato products, aiming for about one-third a cup daily.
  • 🌱 **Legumes Moderation**: Consume legumes in moderation, ideally with a dairy product to reduce oxalate absorption.
  • 🥜 **Nut and Seed Selection**: Choose nuts, seeds, and spreads like apple butter and flaxseed that are low in oxalate.
  • 🍞 **Bread and Crackers**: Opt for whole grain breads, bran muffins, and crackers that are low in oxalate.
  • 🍚 **Pasta and Grains**: Choose barley, corn bran, and white rice which are lower in oxalate content.
  • 🥤 **Beverage Choices**: Stick to beverages like apple juice, herbal tea, and water that are low in oxalate.
Q & A
  • What are calcium oxalate kidney stones and how are they formed?

    -Calcium oxalate kidney stones are a type of kidney stone formed when calcium and oxalate in the urine combine to create crystals. These crystals can grow and turn into kidney stones. Oxalate is an organic compound found in many plants and is also produced by the body as part of its normal metabolism.

  • What is the primary source of oxalate in the urine?

    -The primary sources of oxalate in the urine are diet, the breakdown of vitamin C, and the body's own production of oxalate as part of its normal metabolic processes.

  • How can consuming dairy products with meals help prevent the formation of kidney stones?

    -Consuming dairy products with meals can help prevent kidney stones because calcium in dairy products binds to oxalate in the food, reducing the amount of oxalate that the body absorbs and therefore the amount that can form crystals in the urine.

  • What is the recommended daily intake of vitamin C to avoid contributing to kidney stone formation?

    -To avoid contributing to kidney stone formation, it is recommended not to take more than a thousand milligrams of vitamin C each day and to avoid excess doses in multivitamins.

  • What are some low oxalate fruits that can be included in a diet to help prevent kidney stones?

    -Some low oxalate fruits include apples, apricots, bananas, blackberries, blueberries, cantaloupe, cranberries, cherries, grapes, honeydew melon, lemons, mangoes, nectarines, papaya, peaches, pears, pineapples, plantains, plums, raisins, strawberries, and watermelons.

  • How can cooking food help lower its oxalate content?

    -Cooking food, specifically plant-based foods, through methods like boiling, steaming, baking, or sautéing can help reduce the oxalate content, making these foods less likely to contribute to kidney stone formation.

  • What are some good choices for vegetables in a low oxalate diet?

    -Good choices for vegetables in a low oxalate diet include alfalfa sprouts, bok choy, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, fresh celery, chives, corn, cucumber, chives, green pepper, lettuce, kale, mushrooms, mustard greens, onions, peas, radish, romaine lettuce, sauerkraut, various sea vegetables, yellow squash, and zucchini.

  • What is the suggested daily intake for potato products in a low oxalate diet?

    -The suggested daily intake for potato products in a low oxalate diet is about one-third of a cup daily, which can include mashed potatoes, potato salad, or sweet potatoes.

  • Which types of beans and legumes are recommended to be consumed in moderation in a low oxalate diet?

    -In a low oxalate diet, black-eyed peas, garbanzo beans, chickpeas, green split peas, lentils, lima beans, mung beans, and yellow split peas should be consumed in moderation, ideally with a dairy product.

  • What are some good choices for breads, snacks, and crackers in a low oxalate diet?

    -Good choices for breads, snacks, and crackers in a low oxalate diet include bran muffins, cornbread, cracked wheat bread, popcorn, oat bran bread, oatmeal bread, saltines, triscuits, white bread, wheat crackers, whole oat bread, and whole wheat bread.

  • Which beverages are considered good choices in a low oxalate diet?

    -Good choices for beverages in a low oxalate diet include apple juice, coffee, cow's milk, grape juice, herbal tea, lemon juice, mango juice, orange juice, rice beverage, soy beverage, and water.

  • What should one do if they have questions about specific foods and their oxalate content not covered in the provided list?

    -If there are questions about specific foods and their oxalate content not covered in the provided list, one should consult with their doctor or dietitian, who can help determine whether that food is a good choice, should be consumed in moderation, or should be limited or avoided.

Outlines
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🍽️ Calcium Oxalate Kidney Stones: Prevention and Diet

This paragraph introduces the topic of calcium oxalate kidney stones and provides dietary advice on how to prevent them. The key points include understanding what oxalate is, its sources, and how it can combine with calcium to form kidney stones. The video offers strategies to reduce oxalate absorption, such as consuming dairy products with meals, which bind to oxalate and prevent its absorption. It also suggests cooking methods to lower oxalate content in foods and advises against high doses of vitamin C. Lastly, it emphasizes the importance of a low oxalate diet and provides a list of low oxalate fruits and vegetables, as well as moderate consumption recommendations for certain legumes and potato products.

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🥗 Low Oxalate Food Choices and Recommendations

The second paragraph focuses on specific food choices for individuals looking to follow a low oxalate diet. It categorizes foods into three groups: good choices with low oxalate content, foods with a moderate amount that should be limited, and high oxalate foods to be reduced or avoided. The summary provides examples of low oxalate fruits, vegetables, and other food items such as nuts, seeds, breads, snacks, pastas, rice, grains, cereals, and beverages. It also advises viewers to consult with a doctor or dietitian for personalized guidance on any specific food items not covered in the video.

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Keywords
💡Calcium Oxalate
Calcium oxalate is a compound that can form crystals in the kidneys. When these crystals grow large enough, they can become kidney stones. In the video, calcium oxalate is the type of kidney stone being discussed, and the focus is on how to prevent their formation through dietary changes.
💡Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are solid masses formed from crystals that separate from the urine and build up on the inner surfaces of the kidneys. They can be very painful and may require medical treatment. The video's main theme is about preventing calcium oxalate kidney stones through dietary modifications.
💡Oxalate
Oxalate is an organic compound found in many plants and is also produced by the human body. It can attach to calcium in urine to form calcium oxalate crystals, which are a common cause of kidney stones. The video emphasizes reducing oxalate intake as a strategy to prevent kidney stones.
💡High Oxalate Foods
High oxalate foods are those that contain significant amounts of oxalate, which can contribute to the formation of calcium oxalate kidney stones if consumed in large quantities. The video provides guidance on avoiding such foods to help prevent kidney stones.
💡Dairy Products
Dairy products, such as milk, yogurt, and cheese, are suggested in the video as a way to reduce oxalate absorption from the diet. Calcium in dairy products can bind with oxalate, preventing it from being absorbed into the body and thus reducing the risk of kidney stones.
💡Vitamin C Breakdown
The breakdown of vitamin C in the body can contribute to the production of oxalate. The video advises against taking large doses of vitamin C to prevent increasing oxalate levels in the urine, which can lead to kidney stones.
💡Low Oxalate Diet
A low oxalate diet is a dietary plan that restricts foods high in oxalate to reduce the risk of forming calcium oxalate kidney stones. The video provides a list of foods that are low in oxalate and can be included in such a diet.
💡Cooking Methods
The video suggests that certain cooking methods like boiling, steaming, baking, or sautéing can help reduce the oxalate content in plant-based foods, making them safer for consumption for those looking to prevent kidney stones.
💡Legumes
Legumes, such as black-eyed peas, garbanzo beans, and lentils, are mentioned in the context of being eaten in moderation as part of a low oxalate diet. They are a good source of protein but can be high in oxalate if consumed in large quantities.
💡Nuts and Seeds
Nuts and seeds are discussed as part of the dietary recommendations. While some nuts and seeds can be high in oxalate, the video suggests apple butter and flaxseed as good choices that are low in oxalate.
💡Beverages
The video provides a list of recommended beverages that are low in oxalate, such as apple juice, coffee, herbal tea, and water. These can be safely consumed as part of a low oxalate diet to help prevent kidney stones.
Highlights

Calcium oxalate kidney stones can be prevented by reducing high oxalate foods in your diet.

Oxalate is an organic compound found in many plants and is also produced by the body.

Oxalate can attach to calcium in urine, forming calcium oxalate crystals that can grow into kidney stones.

The oxalate in urine comes from three main sources: diet, vitamin C breakdown, and body metabolism.

Eating dairy products with meals can help reduce oxalate absorption by binding with it.

Consuming one serving of dairy with each meal can be beneficial.

For those who cannot consume dairy, soy milk or rice beverage can be alternatives.

Cooking food can help lower its oxalate content.

Avoid taking large doses of vitamin C and limit multivitamins to no more than 1000 milligrams daily.

A low oxalate diet is recommended if advised by a doctor or dietitian.

Foods with low oxalate content include a variety of fruits like apples, bananas, and berries.

Vegetables like alfalfa sprouts, broccoli, and cabbage are good low oxalate choices.

Moderate consumption of potato products and legumes is suggested.

Nuts, seeds, and spreads with low oxalate content include apple butter and flaxseed.

Breads, snacks, and crackers with low oxalate content options are bran muffins and whole wheat bread.

For pastas, rice, and grains, opt for barley, corn bran, and white rice.

Cereals like Cheerios and oatmeal, and beverages such as apple juice and water are low in oxalate.

Consult with a doctor or dietitian for personalized advice on food choices and moderation.

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