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Peppers, sweet, green, canned, solids and liquids

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskPeppers is rated Higher risk. Sodium is 68% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus20 mg2%
Low
Sodium1369 mg68%
High
Potassium146 mg7%
Low

About this food

Peppers sits in the Vegetables group. 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

Sodium leads at 68%. 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
Fiber1.2 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

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Peppers safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Peppers is rated Higher risk - Sodium is the highest contributor at 68% 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 (1369 mg, 68% 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 1369 mg - roughly 68% 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 146 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 (1369 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.