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Also known as: काली मिर्च
Black pepper is high in potassium per 100g, but the cooking dose (¼ tsp) adds only ~8 mg. Black pepper is safe as a seasoning for all CKD stages and helps reduce salt reliance. Avoid pepper supplements. It may slightly increase absorption of some medications — timing can be adjusted.
Values are approximate, based on USDA FoodData Central and ICMR-NIN Indian Food Composition Tables. Actual values vary by variety, ripeness, serving size, and cooking method. The database rating is a general reference, not an individualized diet recommendation.
1/4 tsp (0.6g) — always count this toward your daily potassium, phosphorus, and (on dialysis) fluid budget.
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This content is a general reference, not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a treatment plan. Do not change your diet, fluids, medicines, or dialysis plan without your nephrologist or renal dietitian. Individual recommendations depend on your labs, medications, conditions, and care plan.