Sweet Peppers is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Sweet Peppers — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
2%
Sodium
41%
Potassium
8%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Sweet Peppers

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
43 kcal
Protein
0.7 g
Carbs
9.6 g
Fat
0.1 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
18 mg
2% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
944 mg
41% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
156 mg
8% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Sweet Peppers contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

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

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 75511020)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sweet Peppers safe for people with kidney disease?
Sweet Peppers is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 18.0mg phosphorus, 944.0mg sodium, and 156.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How much phosphorus is in Sweet Peppers?
A 100.0g serving of Sweet Peppers contains 18mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 2% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Sweet Peppers?
Per 100.0g serving, Sweet Peppers provides 944mg of sodium — about 41% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Sweet Peppers?
Sweet Peppers contains 156mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Sweet Peppers?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Sweet Peppers is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely 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: April 18, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines