oxalate
/ˈɑksəleɪt/
noun
- A chemical compound found in many plants and in the human body, often in the form of crystals that can cause kidney stones.
- Spinach and rhubarb are high in oxalate, which can contribute to kidney stones.
- Oxalate crystals can form in the kidneys and cause pain.
- The doctor advised him to reduce his intake of foods rich in oxalate.