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Peppers, chili, green, canned

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Peppers falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Sodium (20%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus11 mg1%
Low
Sodium397 mg20%
Moderate
Potassium113 mg6%
Low

About this food

About Peppers: Vegetables are a key source of fiber and vitamins and are beneficial in CKD. Some are high in potassium, but slicing, boiling and discarding the water can remove about 30-50% of the potassium - a practical step. As a Vegetables item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

From the sodium angle (20%), Peppers must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein0.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate20 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A common practice is: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Peppers safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Peppers is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (20%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Peppers rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Peppers's three minerals, Sodium is highest (397 mg, 20%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Peppers?

Per 100 g, Peppers provides Sodium 397 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (20%).

Is Peppers safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Peppers falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 113 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Peppers compare to other vegetables foods?

Within Vegetables, Peppers ranks more on Sodium (397 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.