They report that most fruits contain salicylate, with raisins and prunes containing the most. Most berries contain significant amounts. Dried fruits, because of the removal of water, contain relatively high levels when compared with fresh. Bamboo shoots, celery, cabbage, lettuce, dried beans, lentils and dried peas contain low levels of salicylates, as do fresh tomatoes. Curry powder, paprika, thyme, dill powder, tumeric and oregano contain high levels of salicylates.
Teas are high in salicylates.
Carob and legumes have only small amounts. Peanuts in the skin, almonds, and water chestnuts all contain moderate salicylate levels, while coconut, sesame, poppy and sunflower seeds contain small amounts. Most whole grain cereals contain little or no salicylates. Recent laboratory studies indicate that overeating, which causes distention of the stomach, induces respiratory changes which are compatable with broncho-constriction. A group of laboratory animals given salt lost more calcium in their urine than those not given salt, and had less calcium in their bones.