Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition

The Shocking Truth About Oxalates and Your Gut, Kidneys, Hormones and Fat Burning!

Nov 20, 2025
Discover the intriguing world of oxalates and their surprising effects on gut health, kidney stones, and hormone balance. The discussion highlights why some individuals tolerate oxalates while others face inflammation and brain fog. Learn about high-oxalate foods to avoid and hear practical low-oxalate swaps that won’t compromise your nutrition. Explore the critical role of gut bacteria and simple strategies, like using binders and citrates, to help manage your oxalate levels effectively. Tune in for personal insights and actionable health tips!
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INSIGHT

Oxalates Vary By Individual Biology

  • Oxalates are plant defense chemicals that affect people differently based on genetics and gut microbes.
  • Some people tolerate high-oxalate diets because Oxalobacter formigenes and nutrients like B6 and citrate metabolize oxalates.
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Oxalates And Major Health Links

  • Kidney stones are commonly calcium oxalate and account for the majority of stone cases.
  • High oxalates also link to autism and chronic pain in emerging research contexts.
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Fungal Overgrowth Raises Oxalate Load

  • Gut fungal overgrowth (candida) can produce oxalates internally and raise body oxalate load.
  • Antibiotics, stress, sugar, and mold exposure predispose to fungal blooms that increase oxalates.
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