Anthony Soprano :
Oxalates are natural compounds in many plant foods (like spinach, beets, nuts, cocoa) and the body, forming crystals with minerals that can lead to kidney stones in sensitive people, though they're generally harmless and excreted. High intake, especially with low calcium, can increase stone risk, but for most, nutrient-rich foods outweigh risks, requiring hydration, sufficient calcium with meals, and reduced high-oxalate foods if prone to stones, say experts at Kaiser Permanente and WebMD.
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