Oxalate <25 mg/serving
Oxalate 25-99 mg/serving
Oxalate ≥100 mg/serving
📊 Nutrition at a Glance
🚨 High Sodium Alert
Pepper contains 2643 mg sodium per 100g — well above the recommended limit for kidney stone patients. High sodium intake can increase calcium in urine, raising stone risk.
📏 Oxalate by Serving Size
| Serving | Weight | Oxalate | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2 cup sliced | 75 g | 15 mg | Safe |
| 2 x 1/2 cup sliced | 150 g | 30 mg | Caution |
| ½ x 1/2 cup sliced | 37 g | 7.5 mg | Safe |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Should I avoid Pepper if I have kidney stones?
It's fine. Pepper has 15 mg of oxalate per 1/2 cup sliced. That's low enough that kidney stone patients don't really need to worry about it. Harvard did the measuring, not us.
What's the oxalate content of Pepper?
One 1/2 cup sliced of Pepper = 15 mg oxalate. Scale it up to 100g and you're at 19 mg. Direct measurement from Harvard, 2024. About as reliable as food data gets.
Is Pepper low or high oxalate?
Nope. Pepper is a low-oxalate food — just 15 mg per 1/2 cup sliced. Well under the 25 mg cutoff. You're in the clear with this one.
What can I eat instead of Pepper?
Plenty of options. Scroll down to Related Foods — every 🟢 green item there is a lower-oxalate alternative to Pepper. Same food group, way less oxalate.
Is Pepper high in sodium?
Sodium warning: Pepper packs 2643 mg per 100g. That's high enough to push extra calcium into your urine — a stone risk you don't need. Pick low-sodium versions if they exist.