What are Baking Additives & Extracts food comparisons?

Baking Additives & Extracts food comparisons help you understand the nutritional differences between similar foods in this category. We have 20 comparisons available to help you make better choices for blood sugar management.

How do I use these food comparisons for diabetes management?

Each comparison shows two foods side-by-side with their Blood Sugar Impact (BSI), carbohydrates, sugars, fiber, fat, and protein content. Look for foods with lower BSI scores and higher fiber content for better blood sugar control.

What does the Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score mean?

BSI is our proprietary score that predicts how much a food will raise your blood sugar. Lower scores (closer to 0) indicate minimal impact, while higher scores suggest the food may cause larger blood sugar spikes. This helps diabetics choose foods that support stable glucose levels.

How should I interpret the nutritional information in these comparisons?

Focus on foods with higher fiber and protein content, as these nutrients help slow glucose absorption. Compare carbohydrate and sugar content between similar foods to identify better options. The color-coding helps you quickly identify foods with higher or lower nutrient levels.

Can I create my own food comparisons?

Yes! Use our comparison tool to compare any two foods in our database. This is especially helpful when you want to compare foods from different categories or find alternatives to foods that spike your blood sugar.

How often should I use food comparisons in my meal planning?

Food comparisons are most helpful when you're trying to choose between similar foods or looking for alternatives to foods that affect your blood sugar. Use them when grocery shopping, meal planning, or when you want to understand why certain foods work better for your diabetes management.

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Dried Gourmet Blend vs Premium Coconut Milk

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dried Gourme... Food 1 Food 1 • PHILLIPS MUSHROOM FARMS Dried Gourmet Blend	3.8	357	57.1	14.3	28.6	—	28.6
Premium Coco... Food 2 Food 2 • MEIJER, INC. Premium Coconut Milk	3.9	175	2.5	2.5	—	17.5	—

Guava Paste vs Sweetened Coconut Flakes, Sweetened

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Guava Paste Food 1 Food 1 • MOCA'S CANDY Guava Paste	59.4	310	77.5	70.0	3.2	—	—
Sweetened Co... Food 2 Food 2 • TARGET STORES Sweetened Coconut Flakes, Sweetened	11.6	467	53.3	33.3	13.3	23.3	—

Oyster Mushrooms vs Unsweetented Coconut Cream, Unsweetented

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Oyster Mushr... Food 1 Food 1 • EARTHY DELIGHTS, INC. Oyster Mushrooms	13.7	300	80.0	—	10.0	—	10.0
Unsweetented... Food 2 Food 2 • SIMPLY ASIA FOODS, INC. Unsweetented Coconut Cream, Unsweetented	1.9	200	3.3	3.3	—	20.0	—

Maitake Mushrooms Organic Dried Sliced vs Arbol Chile Pods

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Maitake Mush... Food 1 Food 1 • EDEN FOODS, INC. Maitake Mushrooms Organic Dried Sliced	1.9	400	60.0	—	40.0	—	20.0
Arbol Chile ... Food 2 Food 2 • CARDENAS MARKETS Arbol Chile Pods	15.5	357	57.1	50.0	—	—	14.3

Brewer's Yeast Super Food Powder vs Sweetened Flake Coconut

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Brewer's Yea... Food 1 Food 1 • NOW HEALTH GROUP INC. Brewer's Yeast Super Food Powder	3.7	375	43.8	—	31.2	3.1	43.8
Sweetened Fl... Food 2 Food 2 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Sweetened Flake Coconut	9.4	467	46.7	33.3	13.3	30.0	6.7

Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Unsweetened vs Bob's Red Mill, Unsweetened Fine Macaroon Coconut

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Unsweetened ... Food 1 Food 1 • GHIRARDELLI CHOCOLATE COMPANY Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Unsweetened	1.9	250	50.0	—	33.3	16.7	16.7
Bob's Red Mi... Food 2 Food 2 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. Bob's Red Mill, Unsweetened Fine Macaroon Coconut	3.6	667	26.7	6.7	13.3	66.7	6.7

Dried Mushrooms, Woodear vs 100% Organic Cacao Paste, Cacao

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dried Mushro... Food 1 Food 1 • CF FRESH, LLC Dried Mushrooms, Woodear	7.4	410	50.0	—	10.0	10.0	30.0
100% Organic... Food 2 Food 2 • BRIGHT EARTH FOODS 100% Organic Cacao Paste, Cacao	3.8	321	28.6	—	21.4	28.6	3.6

Coconut Milk vs Unsweetened 100% Cacao, Unsweetened

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Coconut Milk Food 1 Food 1 • SAFEWAY, INC. Coconut Milk	3.9	175	2.5	1.3	—	17.5	—
Unsweetened ... Food 2 Food 2 • THE HERSHEY COMPANY Unsweetened 100% Cacao, Unsweetened	1.9	200	60.0	—	40.0	10.0	20.0

Unsweetened Flaked Coconut Unsulfured, Unsweetened vs Unsweetened Light Coconut Milk, Unsweetened Light

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Unsweetened ... Food 1 Food 1 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. Unsweetened Flaked Coconut Unsulfured, Unsweetened	3.6	667	26.7	6.7	13.3	66.7	6.7
Unsweetened ... Food 2 Food 2 • INTERGGS, INC. Unsweetened Light Coconut Milk, Unsweetened Light	2.0	75	1.3	—	—	7.5	1.3

Tacoma Boys, Sliced Dried Champignon Mushrooms vs Dorval Premium Collection, Cocoa Powder

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tacoma Boys,... Food 1 Food 1 • THE NUTMEG SPICE CO. LTD. Tacoma Boys, Sliced Dried Champignon Mushrooms	12.6	300	75.0	2.0	12.0	1.0	—
Dorval Premi... Food 2 Food 2 • DORVAL TRADING CO., LTD. Dorval Premium Collection, Cocoa Powder	1.9	340	60.0	20.0	40.0	20.0	20.0

Roland, Chestnut Puree vs Combined Guava Paste

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Roland, Ches... Food 1 Food 1 • AMERICAN ROLAND FOOD LLC Roland, Chestnut Puree	10.0	83	20.0	—	3.3	—	3.3
Combined Gua... Food 2 Food 2 • PAYA'S TRADING INTERNATIONAL Combined Guava Paste	32.7	288	73.6	—	8.0	2.6	—

La Cubanita, Guava Cream vs Porcini Dried Mushrooms

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
La Cubanita,... Food 1 Food 1 • LATIN FOOD HOLDINGS INC. La Cubanita, Guava Cream	44.0	321	82.1	28.6	3.6	—	—
Porcini Drie... Food 2 Food 2 • MONTEREY MUSHROOMS, INC. Porcini Dried Mushrooms	5.7	357	57.1	—	14.3	—	28.6

Organic Habanero Dried Chile Peppers vs Cream Of Coconut

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Haba... Food 1 Food 1 • MYCOLOGICAL Organic Habanero Dried Chile Peppers	5.8	286	57.1	28.6	14.3	—	14.3
Cream Of Coc... Food 2 Food 2 • AMERICAN ROLAND FOOD LLC Cream Of Coconut	25.1	350	65.0	65.0	1.2	10.0	—

Pasilla Dried Chiles, Pasilla vs Premium Cocoa

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pasilla Drie... Food 1 Food 1 • WESTERN MIXERS PRODUCE AND NUTS INC. Pasilla Dried Chiles, Pasilla	9.6	294	52.9	—	23.5	8.8	11.8
Premium Cocoa Food 2 Food 2 • SACO FOODS, INC. Premium Cocoa	1.9	200	60.0	—	40.0	10.0	20.0

Ancho Chili Pods vs Organic Sun Dried Shredded Coconut

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ancho Chili ... Food 1 Food 1 • MI COSTENITA FOOD DIST. Ancho Chili Pods	15.5	282	50.0	—	21.4	7.1	10.7
Organic Sun ... Food 2 Food 2 • INTERNATIONAL HARVEST, INC. Organic Sun Dried Shredded Coconut	3.6	733	26.7	6.7	13.3	66.7	6.7

Coconut Chips, Coconut vs Sweetened Flake Coconut

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Coconut Chip... Food 1 Food 1 • WILDERNESS PRODUCTS, LLC Coconut Chips, Coconut	7.1	661	32.1	7.1	17.9	64.3	7.1
Sweetened Fl... Food 2 Food 2 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Sweetened Flake Coconut	9.4	467	46.7	33.3	13.3	30.0	6.7

Sliced Dried Shiitake Mushroom vs Organic Cacao Powder

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sliced Dried... Food 1 Food 1 • JAYONE FOODS, INC. Sliced Dried Shiitake Mushroom	23.0	350	65.0	15.0	5.0	—	20.0
Organic Caca... Food 2 Food 2 • BRANDSTORM INC, Organic Cacao Powder	3.7	417	66.7	—	33.3	8.3	33.3

Golden Boy, Medium Shredded Coconut Unsweetened vs Dried Shiitake/Black Mushrooms

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Golden Boy, ... Food 1 Food 1 • GROUP PUBLISHING, INC. Golden Boy, Medium Shredded Coconut Unsweetened	3.6	667	23.3	6.7	16.7	63.3	6.7
Dried Shiita... Food 2 Food 2 • AMERICAN ROLAND FOOD LLC Dried Shiitake/Black Mushrooms	5.7	333	55.6	11.1	22.2	—	22.2

Real Cream Of Coconut vs Rich Chocolate Organic Gourmet Baking Cocoa, Rich Chocolate

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Real Cream O... Food 1 Food 1 • INDUSTRIAS LA FAMOSA Real Cream Of Coconut	35.3	306	50.0	47.2	—	9.7	2.8
Rich Chocola... Food 2 Food 2 • BJ'S WHOLESALE CLUB / CORPORATE BRANDS Rich Chocolate Organic Gourmet Baking Cocoa, Rich Chocolate	1.9	167	50.0	—	33.3	8.3	16.7

Cocoa vs Solgar, Brewer's Yeast Powder

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cocoa Food 1 Food 1 • THE HERSHEY COMPANY Cocoa	1.9	200	60.0	—	40.0	10.0	20.0
Solgar, Brew... Food 2 Food 2 • SOLGAR, INC. Solgar, Brewer's Yeast Powder	12.7	367	43.3	13.3	20.0	5.0	43.3

Baking Additives & Extracts Comparisons For Diabetics