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Peppers, hot chili, green, canned, pods, excluding seeds, solids and liquids

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Peppers is rated Higher risk - Sodium exceeds 59% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus17 mg2%
Low
Sodium1173 mg59%
High
Potassium187 mg9%
Low

About this food

Peppers belongs to the Vegetables category. 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 sodium is 59% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein0.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.1 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

A handy approach - 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: Sodium is 59% 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 Sodium content (1173 mg) equals 59% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Peppers?

Data: 100 g of Peppers has Sodium 1173 mg (59% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Peppers safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Peppers falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 187 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Peppers compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Peppers carries more Sodium at 1173 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.