Lotus root
Lotus root: low in oxalates. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- OxalatesLow
Lotus root grows in mud and is eaten sliced and cooked. It is low in oxalate, unlike the taro it often sits beside in the same cuisines - two starchy aquatic vegetables with opposite answers here.
Sources· 1
- Noonan S.C. & Savage G.P., Asia Pac J Clin Nutr 8:1 (1999) 64-74, oxalate content of foods and its effect on humans
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)None
- TyramineNone
- SalicylateNone
- SucroseNone
- FODMAPsNone
- LactoseFODMAPsNone
- OligosaccharidesFODMAPsNone
- SorbitolFODMAPsNone
- FructoseFODMAPsNone
- NickelNone
- GlutenNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does lotus root affect?
Lotus root is notable for oxalates. Clear on histamine, tyramine, salicylate, sucrose, FODMAPs, lactose, oligosaccharides, sorbitol, fructose, nickel and gluten.
Does lotus root contain oxalates?
Lotus root contains only low levels of oxalates. Lotus root grows in mud and is eaten sliced and cooked. It is low in oxalate, unlike the taro it often sits beside in the same cuisines - two starchy aquatic vegetables with opposite answers here. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.
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