Can I eat spinach on a low oxalate diet?

In this episode, Jill discusses the topic of eating spinach on a low oxalate diet. Jill and Jeff start the conversation by talking about their love for art and how it brings them joy. Jill then dives into the issue of spinach and its high oxalate content, which can increase the risk of kidney stones. She explains that spinach is often overeaten and recommends taking it off the table to reduce oxalate intake. She suggests substituting spinach with other greens like kale. And, finally, she also touches on the importance of getting enough calcium and the flexibility of dietary choices.

Takeaways

• Spinach is high in oxalate and can increase the risk of kidney stones if overeaten.
• It is recommended to limit spinach intake and substitute it with other greens like kale.
• Getting enough calcium is important for reducing oxalate absorption.
• Dietary choices should be flexible and tailored to individual needs and preferences.

00:00 Introduction06:08 Can I eat spinach on the Kidney Stone Diet?14:27 Flexibility in Dietary Choices

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