Oxalate Sensitivity: WHAT TO EAT

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Which oxalate foods are your trigger? Tell me about it in the comments! I'll go first: mine are almonds, chocolate, spinach/chard/beets (if I eat too much).

[@Rollwithit699]

Do you recommend the carnivore diet?

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

@@Rollwithit699 Not generally. Only if nothing else has worked...but I see people having a hard time coming off of it, too. If it can be avoided, I think it's best to avoid it.

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

@@Lina-cp5qf yes, when they start to reintroduce non-animal based foods, it's difficult to impossible, and they have reactions, usually bloating, gas, or diarrhea.

[@rueporter2253]

Chocolate, spinach, tea, many herbal teas, tumeric is the worst for me.

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

@@rueporter2253 Thanks for sharing your trigger list, and thanks for watching!

[@Siobhan144]

Thank you. This is all so overwhelming for me. I’ve just realised after 4yrs of health issues and severe urine frequency/bladder pain, that this maybe the reason why. Wish me luck🤞

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Hi Shivers, I hope this is the missing puzzle piece for you! Keep in mind, sometimes there are multiple root causes, but go for it! Thanks for watching :)

[@alexandramiller4098]

I'm in the same boat. I've had severe urgency and frequency for 20 years and just now learning that I've been eating a very high oxolate diet this whole time! Did you try full carnivore your your bladder? I'm basically all paleo and cut out all high and medium oxalate foods by 80% of what I eat.

[@mrnomnom1729]

Holy Balls. I've been struggling for quite a while ( a few dozen years to be specific ) First guess was gluten , cut that out long time ago - then histamine high foods. A lot improved but I had some paradoxic reactions from time to time which I couldnt explain. Somehow I get a feeling that maybe Oxalates have an also important role with my problematic. Thank you very much for your pragmatic and insightful informations! And by the way I love the titel allerggy detective

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

LOL! Chris, your comment made me laugh! Thanks so much for watching. I'm glad you feel like you're getting somewhere. Remember...eating the right diet may help control symptoms, but it's important to ask why you're having the symptoms in the first place. Take care!

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Hi Mr. Nom Nom, we chatted a while back about your food sensitivities, I hope things have improved for you...I'm designing an online course to help people go from food chaos to a full diet so they can live fully, and I'm looking to interview people with symptoms like yours to learn more about what I need to include. Would you be willing to meet with me for 30-45 minutes? You can schedule a time here: confluencenutritionappointments.as.me/?appointmentType=19502572

[@judeblake2534]

A Lille off topic, but i was wondering if you could do a video on the detox process. I recently discovered J have an oxalate problem and I am adjusting my diet but I would love to know how to make the detox of stored oxalate more efficient. For instance, would epsom salt baths or hyperthermia (sauna) help release oxalate from the tissues? Thank you for all your videos. I have found them to be immensely helpful during my process. ❤️

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Hi Jude, I'll add that idea to my content list, thank you for watching, I'm glad my videos are helpful :)

[@katiewray2525]

I have been delving into this topic, and hard from a lady who actually used to be a vegan for 8 yrs and realized she was full of oxalats with painful kidney stones, that the buildup of oxalates are HARD to get out of your body. Plus they suck out and deplete your stores of potassium, calcium etc. She ended up having to HEAVILY supplement her potassium BIG TIME. Do some research but she found that taking potassium citrate and magnesuim citrate supplements REALLY helped her.

[@emilye709]

But what about those of us who also have problems with sulfur and histamine? I have had gut testing showing I am missing oxylate bacteria. . Have you been able to help people have the bacteria later show up on the test?

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

I'm not aware of any probiotic product that helps restore the oxalate bacteria...and could you further clarify your question about sulfur and histamine?

[@Regina-gp8cj]

Can oxalate sensitivity cause a burning senstion?

[@gradivazoe]

Thank so much for your clear information, also answering all comments... 🙏 To avoid gluten, I have been eating lots of saraceno and quinua... Also almond and coconut flour... And suffering so often urinary symptoms, back, joints ache, puffing and itchy eyes, ...😢 I'm also wondering about some herbs I've been using lots, like salvia officinalis, which I love, and is known to be so beneficial for gut and digestive issues... Do you know if it's is also high in oxalates..?

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

I'm sorry but I don't know. And the Facebook page i used to reference to find out seems to not exist anymore. Apologies.

[@catherinegaravito9095]

My worst trigger is definitely beets! I used to juice it and eat it pickled all the time 😩

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Yes, if I eat too much beet, I can have a problem, as well.

[@catherinegaravito9095]

Very helpful thank you

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

You're welcome, thanks for stopping by!

[@RaEmpress11]

The list says kale is low but you mentioned its high oxalate please could you confirm which it is or is it just trial and error. Thank you🙏🏾

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Dinosaur kale (also called Lacinato kale) is considered low, but other kinds of kale are medium or high.

[@JeanneDeSilver]

I've been doubling up on my acyclovir, thinking my symptoms were due to herpes. Even though I've been diagnosed with having "small" kidney stones neither my urologist or Primary Care Physicians mentioned oxalates to me! My "healthy" diet is full of oxalates!

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Wow, Jeanne, I'm glad you've learned about them...be sure to follow the recommendation to NOT reduce them too quickly :) They may be contributing to your kidney stones...thanks for watching!

[@rueporter2253]

Ty for this. I was wondering if you knew where oxalate are usually found in each plant? Skins, is my assumption. Watch lettuce these days, it does , or will , have the jib jab inside.

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Hi Rue, for most foods, it's throughout, but I do think that some plant foods with oxalate have higher concentrations in the skin. Like sweet potatoes, for example. Lettuce is not typically considered high oxalate, but most kales, collard greens, and especially chard and spinach are high oxalate.

[@rueporter2253]

@@ConfluenceNutrition right. I meant that they've been putting mRNA into lettuce. I have a video if you interested.

[@katiewray2525]

Do increased colonies in the gut microbiome negate or decrease the effects if anti nutrients lik oxalates, letins and phytic acid?

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Theoretically, these antinutrients are mostly a problem if they can make it through your gut lining (leaky gut). If your gut lining is sealed or the microbiome can break them down, then they shouldn't really be a problem. Since probiotics help maintain this gut barrier, theoretically having a good balance would be helpful. However, we each need to experiment to understand our personal tolerance and relationship with probiotic supplements...even though they're good in theory, they may or may not help these specific problems. Everyone is different! Thanks for watching, and thank you for a great question!

[@katiewray2525]

Ty! 😊👍👍👍

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

@@katiewray2525 You're welcome :)

[@Boojerella]

I’m very confused about “endogenous” oxalate production. Does that mean I need to eat even lower oxalate from my diet than someone who's not an endogenous producer? Won’t I “dump” even more?

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Well, everyone produces some amount of oxalates, and normally, we're able to excrete the excess or break it down. You only need to reduce oxalates if you have a clear oxalate problem...does that make sense?

[@Samyramirez]

Everyone produces some oxalates but it's usually a small amount that your body can deal without issues. Your body knows how to deal with oxalates normally. The problem comes from giving a lot of oxalates to your body, more than it can handle

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

@@Samyramirez yes, but it can also come by having a fungal overgrowth or mold exposure, fungus can produce oxalates as well, and this can contribute to the overwhelm.

[@Boojerella]

@@ConfluenceNutrition very very interesting that you mention that…I’m beginning to think that’s possibly my issue. I developed “sandy” stools within a month of food poisoning in 2019, on sunflower seeds. I’ve read recently that “sandy” stools are a sign of oxalate dumping - and also that sunflower seeds are often contaminated with mold. I’ve been dumping constantly since the food poisoning. An OAT test didn’t indicate elevated levels of mold, but maybe I need to order a Mycotoxin test?

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

@@Boojerella Generally, I feel there are many things to handle before investigating for mold. The investigation process requires you have a knowledgeable practitioner to interpret all those tests accurately. IT's a nuanced thing, not cut and dried at all. A mold-oxalate problem would be more likely from an ongoing exposure, like in your home or workplace, than from a one-time problem...it sounds to me like perhaps you acquired a longer term infection from your food poisoning episode. This is often a trigger for SIBO. I would be attending to diet, digestive function, and stress relief before going down the mold rabbit hole...just my two cents, though! You proceed with what feels relevant to you...thanks for your questions!

[@gemschaeffer4257]

If you have zero symptoms should you still avoid oxalate foods?

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

I know some people say this, but many high oxalate foods are nutritous and delicious, so if you don't have any noticeable symptoms or reactions, I say no, there's no reason to avoid them. Thanks for watching!

[@teresaolofson2221]

if u eat organic grains with gluten you dont need to worry about the oxalate? as they are not high oxalate unless they are non organic in which its the Spray that makes it high in oxalates is that rigth?

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Hi Teresa, gluten grains are high in oxalate, even if they are organic, so if you are sensitive to oxalates, gluten will be important to reduce in your diet. But non-organic wheat is especially high in oxalate because it not only has gluten, but has usually been sprayed with round up (glyphosate) as a drying agent and perhaps during the growing season as well. I hope that clarifies!

[@kalkeikuu]

How do we know what kind of sensitivities we have? It seems that I react to every plant. I take herbs, and I have a reaction shortly after. Oxalate or lectin sensitivities?

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Hi Natural-HI, I answered this question in another spot, sorry it took me so long to get back to you. Take care.

[@eifionphillips3004]

I thought brown rice was high? I love beans is there any i can eat?

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

According to the Trying Low Oxalates food list, brown rice is medium, and most legumes are also medium. As with your question about jicama, it will depend on dosage, frequency of consumption, and whether you are sensitive to that particular oxalate food. My advice would be to experiement carefully to see what you can tolerate. Meanwhile, work on resolving the oxalate issue from it's roots!

[@eifionphillips3004]

@@ConfluenceNutrition I have hypothyroidism and joint pain goes with it so i won't know. I'll avoid it for now but try later on.

[@vlsr71]

Black eyed peas

[@teresaolofson2221]

what are the symtoms so that you know that food is a trigger food for you?

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Hi Teresa, any one person's symptoms will be a little different. For me, high oxalate foods would trigger severe gut and back pain and literally throw my back out. If I just eat a little, I may also experience some joint pain in my hands and feet. Others may have gut pain, diarrhea, headaches, or aches and pains in other parts of the body. I met someone once who had severe vulvodynia (vulvar pain) and chronic bladder pain from oxalate sensitivity. So once you've reduced oxalates in the diet, then to test, you would reintroduce high oxalate foods and look for a change in symptoms, or a flare of symptoms you know were related to those foods. I hope that helps!

[@Mynelka]

Where is your oxalate food list ? ... can`t find the link below the video

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Hi Mynelka, if you click the words "Show More" underneath the video description, you'll see all the links I mentioned. But for convenience, here it is: confluencenutrition.com/oxalates. Thanks for watching, and let me know if you have any trouble accessing that handout.

[@sergioval2217]

thanks!!!

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Thanks for watching!

[@rosacentifollia]

Buckwheat, spinach and cocoa powder are awful for me... 😥😢

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Ah, yes, three very common oxalate foods!

[@tammymichel2836]

I thought I was eating healthy but instead I feel like I was poisoning myself, I even tried cutting my food intake in half and that wasn't working. I feel so bad about this...

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

A common problem, but the most important thing to think about is whether it's something you need to worry about at all...do you have evidence that an increase in oxalate foods matched with an increase in symptoms? You don't need to worry about oxalates unless there is high suspicion of them actually causing a problem.

[@tammymichel2836]

Oh I believe without a doubtI have horrible symptoms with high oxalate foods!

[@vlsr71]

Parsley. I used to think it was sooo good for me. Boy was i wrong.

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Good work figuring that out...this is often half the battle :)

[@eifionphillips3004]

I cut out gluten and know found out buckwheat has oxilates, really?

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

I know it's frustrating to make sense of all this. Many rice products, rice pasta, quinoa, and other gluten free grains are low to medium oxalate foods. And again, you may not react to all oxalate foods. Work to identify your worst triggers, and then work to solve the underlying issues. Do check out the food lists on the Trying Low Oxalates Facebook group. It has hte most information of anywhere. Best of luck!

[@gentleoldmoviefan5680]

Regarding the following items, does anyone here know which of these are high - or low - in Oxalates? 1) Moringa -- a weight loss and energy supplement, taken in the form of a powder shaken up with liquid drink, in hopes of various health benefits. I'm particularly interested in the powdered form (ready to put in a shake drink, etc.) Someone I care about consumes this stuff daily, and I'd like to be able to share with her about its oxalates content. 2) wheat grass shots -- a green drink, favored by raw food enthusiasts, made by putting 'wheat grass' into a juicer. 3) rooibos tea -- a caffeine-free alternative to green tea. It is said to have high levels of antioxidants. It might be in the category of Herbal Tea, however I'm wondering if it has been measured in particular. Many health benefits are listed for it, including helping with getting more sleep. Thanks! 🙂

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Hi, sorry for the long delay, KZbin obscured your question. My go to resource is Sally Oh's Trying Low Oxalates Facebook Group. I highly recommend.

[@gentleoldmoviefan5680]

@@ConfluenceNutrition Thanks for your reply! I've since learned that Moringa is likely very high in oxalates. Also that wheat grass is very low in oxalates (per Eric Berg), and is thus quite safe. However, I still haven't found any answer to my Rooibos tea question. Facebook is very difficult to use for me, thus is not good resource. I'm still hoping to learn the answer to my simple Rooibos tea question -- maybe from somebody on this board who's learned it from a reliable source already :)

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

@@gentleoldmoviefan5680 as far as I can tell, rooibos is low oxalate. I did find that the Trying Low Oxalates Facebook Group seems to have disappeared!

[@yehmiyah]

SUPER +++++++++++

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Thank you for watching, I'm glad this was helpful for you!

[@kerrycosato]

Definitely chocolate

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

yes, chocolate is high oxalate. I'm glad you know that! Thanks for watching.

[@jaynetaylor285]

@@ConfluenceNutrition i suffer with what i thought was just high histamine issues from food but after i noticed if i eat most chocolate i feel spacey and get heartburn but if i eat it in ice cream im fine. Thats what started me thinking it was more than high histamine foods. What if symptoms are delayed and not right after eating? How do you then identify the culprit?

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

@@jaynetaylor285 Hi Jayne, chocolate is a common heartburn trigger, and may not have anything to do with histamine...and eating with ice cream may be that the dairy cancels the acid effect. To answer your question about how to identify delayed food reactions, I use a food-symptom diary to help clients track these down. It can take some time, but eventually you can. Here's a link to my video where I discuss how to use this super valuable tool: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmWriqKnbdGNo7s Thanks for watching, and take care!

[@eifionphillips3004]

What about Jicama?

[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Hi Eifion, thanks for watching. According to the food list on the Trying Low Oxalates Facebook page, (which is, by the way, the most exhaustive list of oxalate foods), jicama is a medium oxalate food. Use with caution, and a small serving size, or with binders (calcium and magnesium) if you wish to eat it.

[@eifionphillips3004]

@@ConfluenceNutrition Life gets depressing more every day, not much else to eat and y idea of hell to eat meat and plain veg, like eating at my nans, i would rather die young!

[@Drivenwithambition]

@@eifionphillips3004 so much to eat, eat for your biology that’s what every other creatures on this planet do.

[@omurberktas632]

@@Drivenwithambition u mean just meatttt..............?