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Peppers, hot chile, sun-dried

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskPeppers's Potassium reaches 94% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus159 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium91 mg5%
Low
Potassium1870 mg94%
High

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Peppers is worth a closer look - 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.

Nutrient insight

Peppers's potassium is the top contributor (94% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein10.6 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber28.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)41.1 gNatural sugar
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

Practical tip: 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?

Peppers is rated Higher risk: Potassium is 94% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Peppers rated Higher risk?

Peppers's Potassium content (1870 mg) equals 94% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Peppers?

Per 100 g, Peppers contains Potassium 1870 mg, which is 94% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Peppers safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Peppers exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 1870 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Peppers compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Peppers has more Potassium - 1870 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.