Bell Pepper — Red is Limit for kidney disease patients
Limit intake if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Bell Pepper — Red — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
3%
Sodium
0%
Potassium
11%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Bell Pepper — Red

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
31 kcal
Protein
1.0 g
Carbs
6.0 g
Fat
0.3 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
26 mg
3% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
4 mg
0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
211 mg
11% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Limit for CKD

Bell Pepper — Red is high in one or more restricted minerals. If you have CKD Stage 3 or higher, eat small portions only and avoid combining it with other high-mineral foods on the same day.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

Imported from mediterranean-foods. USDA. ⭐

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bell Pepper — Red safe for people with kidney disease?
Bell Pepper — Red is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 26.0mg phosphorus, 4.0mg sodium, and 211.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How much phosphorus is in Bell Pepper — Red?
A 100.0g serving of Bell Pepper — Red contains 26mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 3% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Bell Pepper — Red?
Per 100.0g serving, Bell Pepper — Red provides 4mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Bell Pepper — Red?
Bell Pepper — Red contains 211mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 11% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Bell Pepper — Red?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Bell Pepper — Red is rated Limit (Limit intake if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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Last updated: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines