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Peppers, serrano, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Peppers falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Potassium (15%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus40 mg4%
Low
Sodium10 mg<1%
Low
Potassium305 mg15%
Moderate

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

Peppers's potassium is the top contributor (15% 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

Protein1.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.8 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Peppers falls in the Moderate tier, with Potassium (15%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Peppers rated Moderate?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 305 mg, 15% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Peppers is rated Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Peppers?

Per 100 g, Peppers contains Potassium 305 mg, which is 15% 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 305 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 less Potassium - 305 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.