During treatment, diet plays an important role in reducing the burden on the kidneys and limiting the progression of the disease. One of the vegetables often mentioned in the menu for people with kidney disease is bell peppers but should people with kidney failure eat this food?
Ring Road pepper, especially red bell pepper, is a kidney-friendly food because it has a low potassium content. On average, 100g of red bell peppers contain only about 150 mg of potassium, much lower than the limit allowed for people with kidney failure. Ring Road peppers are also rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, antioxidants such as beta-carotene and lycopene, which have anti-inflammatory and immune support effects - factors that are beneficial for patients with kidney failure, who are prone to chronic inflammation.
A study published in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology also showed that supplementing foods rich in antioxidants from vegetables such as bell peppers helps reduce oxidative stress - one of the causes of kidney cell damage and accelerates the process of kidney failure.
However, eating bell peppers needs to be balanced with water and sodium intake. For people with kidney failure who have limited water or are on dialysis, it is advisable to eat bell peppers steamed or cooked to facilitate digestion and avoid adding a burden to the excretion system.
Ring Road pepper is a safe and beneficial choice for people with kidney failure if used properly and reasonably in their diet.
However, patients need to consult a nutritionist or specialist for specific instructions suitable for each stage of the disease.
