The oxalate content of cashews is moderate9 compared with other nuts; however, by consuming large amounts daily, the patient increased her total daily intake of oxalate to a level much higher than average (Box 1).
Do cashews contribute to kidney stones?
Cashews have a fairly high oxalate content, and eating foods with a lot of oxalates can cause kidney stones. So it's important to keep an eye on how many cashews you're eating. More than an ounce a day may be too much. Eating them with milk may help since calcium can help reduce oxalate absorption.
How much oxalate is in cashews?
FoodOxalate content, mgCalcium,* mgWhite bread slice (2)1084Oatmeal (~ 75 g cooked)2563Mushrooms (125 mL)55Cashews (100–150 g)260–32546
Which nuts are highest in oxalates?
High Oxalate Nuts & SeedsAlmonds (122mg oxalate per ounce) – don't forget almond butter, flour and milk are high in oxalate too!Brazil nuts (137mg oxalate per ounce)Cashews (49mg oxalate per ounce)Hazelnuts (63mg oxalate per ounce)Pine nuts (56mg oxalate per ounce)Chia seeds (45mg oxalate per 2 tablespoons)
Are any nuts low in oxalates?
Compared to almonds, nuts like cashews, peanuts, and walnuts have slightly lower levels of oxalates at about 30 milligrams per ounce. One ounce of pumpkin and sunflower seeds contain less than 2 milligrams of oxalates. They're also a good source of vitamin E, magnesium, and protein.
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