Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Peppers is Higher risk: the highest item, Sodium, is at 72% of its limit, above 30%.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus13 mg1%
Low
Sodium1430 mg72%
High
Potassium113 mg6%
Low
About this food
Peppers is a common member of Vegetables. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.
Nutrient insight
Sodium leads at 72%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.
Other nutrients
Protein0.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.6 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
How to eat it more safely: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.
Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Peppers is rated Higher risk - Sodium is the highest contributor at 72% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.
Why is Peppers rated Higher risk?
Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Peppers's Sodium is highest (1430 mg, 72% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.
How much Sodium is in Peppers?
In every 100 g of Peppers, Sodium is about 1430 mg - roughly 72% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).
Is Peppers safe on a low-potassium diet?
For people watching potassium, Peppers falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 113 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How does Peppers compare to other vegetables foods?
Against the Vegetables average, Peppers shows more Sodium (1430 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.