What are Canned Vegetables food comparisons?

Canned Vegetables 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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Small Whole White Potatoes vs Water Chestnuts

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Small Whole ... Food 1 Food 1 • HOLMES CANNING COMPANY INC. Small Whole White Potatoes	37.8	60	13.7	0.6	2.4	0.3	1.2
Water Chestnuts Food 2 Food 2 • WESTERN FAMILY FOODS, INC. Water Chestnuts	14.0	64	15.7	2.9	5.7	—	1.4

Fire Roasted Diced Green Chiles, Fire Roasted vs Hominy Fancy Golden Corn

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fire Roasted... Food 1 Food 1 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Fire Roasted Diced Green Chiles, Fire Roasted	4.0	33	6.7	3.3	—	—	—
Hominy Fancy... Food 2 Food 2 • SHURFINE Hominy Fancy Golden Corn	45.7	94	19.5	—	1.6	1.2	1.6

Mushrooms Pieces & Stems vs Mushrooms Whole Button

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mushrooms Pi... Food 1 Food 1 • HAPPY HARVEST Mushrooms Pieces & Stems	5.9	27	5.3	2.7	2.7	—	1.8
Mushrooms Wh... Food 2 Food 2 • MCILHENNY COMPANY Mushrooms Whole Button	2.1	19	2.3	—	1.5	—	2.3

Small Young Peas vs Chef Kiko, Traditional Laing Taro Leaves In Coconut Cream

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Small Young ... Food 1 Food 1 • FARIBAULT FOODS, INC. Small Young Peas	17.9	56	9.6	4.8	2.4	0.4	3.2
Chef Kiko, T... Food 2 Food 2 • MOONDISH Chef Kiko, Traditional Laing Taro Leaves In Coconut Cream	5.8	195	7.8	1.3	3.9	16.9	3.9

Whole Kernel Golden Sweet Corn vs Dry Pigeon Peas

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Kernel... Food 1 Food 1 • DEL MONTE FOODS INC. Whole Kernel Golden Sweet Corn	25.9	67	14.3	7.6	1.9	1.0	1.0
Dry Pigeon Peas Food 2 Food 2 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Dry Pigeon Peas	25.8	64	14.4	0.8	4.0	—	4.0

Golden Sweet No Salt Added Whole Kernel Corn, Golden Sweet vs Mixed Antipesto In Sunflower Oil

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Golden Sweet... Food 1 Food 1 • SAFEWAY, INC. Golden Sweet No Salt Added Whole Kernel Corn, Golden Sweet	21.9	56	10.4	4.8	1.6	0.8	1.6
Mixed Antipe... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Mixed Antipesto In Sunflower Oil	3.7	500	4.3	2.9	1.4	52.9	1.4

Shoprite, Cut Beets vs Classic Style Vegetable & Bean Blends, Classic Style

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Shoprite, Cu... Food 1 Food 1 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Shoprite, Cut Beets	14.1	33	6.7	5.0	0.8	—	0.8
Classic Styl... Food 2 Food 2 • DEL MONTE FOODS INC. Classic Style Vegetable & Bean Blends, Classic Style	21.9	62	10.9	2.3	2.3	0.4	2.3

Organic No Salt Added Whole Kernel Corn vs French Style Green Beans, French Style

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic No S... Food 1 Food 1 • GLENCOURT INC. Organic No Salt Added Whole Kernel Corn	16.0	48	7.2	1.6	0.8	0.4	0.8
French Style... Food 2 Food 2 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. French Style Green Beans, French Style	5.9	11	2.2	0.4	0.9	0.2	0.4

No Salt Added French Style Green Beans vs Mild Fire Roasted Whole Green Chiles, Mild Fire Roasted

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
No Salt Adde... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES No Salt Added French Style Green Beans	4.1	17	2.5	0.8	0.8	—	0.8
Mild Fire Ro... Food 2 Food 2 • NESTLE USA INC. Mild Fire Roasted Whole Green Chiles, Mild Fire Roasted	0.0	23	2.3	2.3	2.3	—	—

Whole Kernel White & Gold Corn, White & Gold vs Shoprite, Sweet Peas, Small

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Kernel... Food 1 Food 1 • SUPERVALU, INC. Whole Kernel White & Gold Corn, White & Gold	16.0	48	7.2	1.6	0.8	0.4	0.8
Shoprite, Sw... Food 2 Food 2 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Shoprite, Sweet Peas, Small	17.9	56	9.6	4.8	2.4	0.4	3.2

Organic Chick Peas vs Country Style Vegetable & Bean Blends, Country Style

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Chic... Food 1 Food 1 • RIENZI & SONS INC. Organic Chick Peas	25.6	92	15.4	1.5	5.4	0.8	5.4
Country Styl... Food 2 Food 2 • DEL MONTE FOODS INC. Country Style Vegetable & Bean Blends, Country Style	15.9	48	9.6	1.6	3.2	—	2.4

Mixed Vegetables vs Iga, Cut Blue Lake Green Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mixed Vegeta... Food 1 Food 1 • FESTIVE FINER FOODS Mixed Vegetables	22.2	37	5.8	1.7	1.2	—	0.8
Iga, Cut Blu... Food 2 Food 2 • IGA, INC. Iga, Cut Blue Lake Green Beans	3.9	17	3.3	1.7	1.7	—	0.8

Pumpkin Organic Puree, Pumpkin vs Mushrooms Stems And Pieces

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pumpkin Orga... Food 1 Food 1 • STAHLBUSH ISLAND FARMS, INC. Pumpkin Organic Puree, Pumpkin	15.9	38	9.2	3.1	3.1	—	0.8
Mushrooms St... Food 2 Food 2 • CALDO INTERNATIONAL INC. Mushrooms Stems And Pieces	4.1	17	2.5	—	0.8	—	1.7

Salt 'N Vinegar Boiled Peanuts, Salt 'N Vinegar vs No Salt Added French Cut Green Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Salt 'N Vine... Food 1 Food 1 • HOLMES CANNING COMPANY INC. Salt 'N Vinegar Boiled Peanuts, Salt 'N Vinegar	7.7	250	19.4	—	8.3	12.5	13.9
No Salt Adde... Food 2 Food 2 • SENECA FOODS CORPORATION No Salt Added French Cut Green Beans	4.1	12	2.5	—	0.8	—	0.8

White Sweet Corn vs Spicy Santa Fe Corn

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Sweet ... Food 1 Food 1 • HY-VEE, INC. White Sweet Corn	29.9	64	13.6	3.2	1.6	0.8	1.6
Spicy Santa ... Food 2 Food 2 • SCHNUCK MARKETS, INC. Spicy Santa Fe Corn	22.0	71	13.3	6.1	2.0	1.0	2.0

Hannaford, Crisp 'N Sweet Corn vs Organic 100% Pure Pumpkin

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hannaford, C... Food 1 Food 1 • HANNAFORD BROS. CO. Hannaford, Crisp 'N Sweet Corn	13.9	48	7.2	5.6	1.6	1.2	1.6
Organic 100%... Food 2 Food 2 • MEIJER, INC. Organic 100% Pure Pumpkin	14.0	38	8.3	3.3	2.5	—	0.8

Organic Mushrooms Pieces & Stems vs Sliced Buttons Mushrooms

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Mush... Food 1 Food 1 • GLENCOURT INC. Organic Mushrooms Pieces & Stems	3.9	13	2.6	—	1.6	—	1.1
Sliced Butto... Food 2 Food 2 • GIORGIO FOODS, INC. Sliced Buttons Mushrooms	6.0	13	2.0	1.0	0.5	—	1.5

Organic Pumpkin Puree vs Kroger, Supersweet Golden Corn Whole Kernel

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Pump... Food 1 Food 1 • PACIFIC FOODS OF OREGON, INC. Organic Pumpkin Puree	11.9	33	8.1	3.3	3.3	—	0.8
Kroger, Supe... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Kroger, Supersweet Golden Corn Whole Kernel	13.9	48	7.2	5.6	1.6	1.2	1.6

Water Chestnuts Sliced vs Large Sweet Peas

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Water Chestn... Food 1 Food 1 • HANNAFORD BROS. CO. Water Chestnuts Sliced	16.0	35	7.0	0.7	1.4	0.7	0.7
Large Sweet ... Food 2 Food 2 • FESTIVE FINER FOODS Large Sweet Peas	31.8	46	9.1	3.7	2.5	0.2	2.9

Organic Sauerkraut vs Chopped Mustard Greens

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Saue... Food 1 Food 1 • KATALINA HOLDING COMPANY Organic Sauerkraut	0.0	18	3.6	—	3.6	—	—
Chopped Must... Food 2 Food 2 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Chopped Mustard Greens	0.0	8	1.6	—	1.6	—	1.6

Canned Vegetables Comparisons For Diabetics