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oxalates

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oxalates
Metabolic disease A general term for oxalic acid salt or ester endproducts of metabolism excreted in urine which, if in extreme excess, accumulate as oxalate crystals in urine and kidneys; oxalates are ↑ in cirrhosis, IBD, DM, kidney stones, excess vitamin C, antifreeze ingestion, methoxyflurane anesthesia; they are ↓ in renal disease


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It also contains very high concentrations of oxalates, which normally work to inhibit calcium absorption, but the effects may be very small.
Fiber helps get rid of excess calcium and other oxalates or the organic acids that come from the food we eat.
The researchers speculate that the naturally occurring oxalates in chocolate may hinder the body's ability to absorb calcium, but the evidence is still murky.
 
 
 
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