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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Chopped Collard Greens vs Lowes Foods, Whole Peeled White Potatoes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chopped Coll... Food 1 Food 1 • BOSTONIA BEVERAGE Chopped Collard Greens	4.0	17	1.7	—	—	—	2.6
Lowes Foods,... Food 2 Food 2 • LOWE'S FOOD STORES, INC. Lowes Foods, Whole Peeled White Potatoes	24.0	36	7.9	—	0.6	—	0.6

Buttered Corn vs Pure Pumpkin

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Buttered Corn Food 1 Food 1 • HOLMES CANNING COMPANY INC. Buttered Corn	33.9	74	14.8	2.2	2.2	0.7	1.5
Pure Pumpkin Food 2 Food 2 • SMART & FINAL IRIS CORPORATION Pure Pumpkin	14.0	33	8.3	3.3	2.5	—	0.8

Green Gungo Peas, Green vs Lowes Foods, Whole Kernel White Corn

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Green Gungo ... Food 1 Food 1 • ROYAL MONTEGO TRADING LLC Green Gungo Peas, Green	27.9	69	14.6	—	3.8	—	3.9
Lowes Foods,... Food 2 Food 2 • LOWE'S FOOD STORES, INC. Lowes Foods, Whole Kernel White Corn	25.9	64	12.0	4.0	1.6	0.8	1.6

Hominy, White vs Companion, Assorted Vegetables

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hominy, White Food 1 Food 1 • BI-LO INC. Hominy, White	29.9	55	12.5	0.8	0.8	0.4	0.8
Companion, A... Food 2 Food 2 • EASTIMPEX Companion, Assorted Vegetables	5.9	125	4.6	2.3	2.3	8.5	7.7

Cut Green Beans & Potatoes, Ham Style vs Chopped Leaf Spinach

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cut Green Be... Food 1 Food 1 • DEL MONTE FOODS INC. Cut Green Beans & Potatoes, Ham Style	12.0	28	5.6	0.8	0.8	—	0.8
Chopped Leaf... Food 2 Food 2 • FINLAY EXTRACTS & INGREDIENTS USA, INC. Chopped Leaf Spinach	4.1	26	3.5	—	1.7	—	1.7

Small Whole White Potatoes vs Sliced Bamboo Shoots

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Small Whole ... Food 1 Food 1 • KINGSTON MARKETING CO Small Whole White Potatoes	27.9	45	10.3	—	1.3	—	0.7
Sliced Bambo... Food 2 Food 2 • UNITED NATURAL FOODS, INC. Sliced Bamboo Shoots	4.1	14	2.9	0.7	1.4	—	0.7

Mixed Vegetables Carrots, Potatoes, Peas, Gorn, Green Beans, Celery, And Lima Beans, Mixed Vegetables vs Tender Artichoke Quarters In Brine

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mixed Vegeta... Food 1 Food 1 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Mixed Vegetables Carrots, Potatoes, Peas, Gorn, Green Beans, Celery, And Lima Beans, Mixed Vegetables	10.0	28	5.6	1.6	1.6	—	0.8
Tender Artic... Food 2 Food 2 • PRICE CHOPPER SUPERMARKETS Tender Artichoke Quarters In Brine	2.1	23	4.6	—	3.8	—	1.5

Whole Asparagus Spears vs Fancy Select Sauerkraut

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Aspara... Food 1 Food 1 • WEIS MARKETS, INC. Whole Asparagus Spears	3.9	15	2.3	0.8	0.8	—	1.5
Fancy Select... Food 2 Food 2 • SHURFINE Fancy Select Sauerkraut	0.0	17	3.3	3.3	3.3	—	—

Lo Sodium Sweet Peas vs Vacuum Packed Whole Kernel Corn

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lo Sodium Sw... Food 1 Food 1 • PRICE CHOPPER SUPERMARKETS Lo Sodium Sweet Peas	5.9	27	4.4	2.7	1.8	—	1.8
Vacuum Packe... Food 2 Food 2 • RALEY'S Vacuum Packed Whole Kernel Corn	21.9	94	14.1	5.9	1.2	0.6	1.2

Dehydrated Bell Peppers vs Pitted Black Olives

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dehydrated B... Food 1 Food 1 • 2178 KENSINGTON AVE., INC. Dehydrated Bell Peppers	5.8	300	80.0	20.0	20.0	—	20.0
Pitted Black... Food 2 Food 2 • SHAI FOOD PRODUCTS Pitted Black Olives	1.0	173	6.7	—	3.3	17.3	—

Whole Kernel Golden Sweet Corn vs Hearts Of Palm

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
Hearts Of Palm Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Hearts Of Palm	1.9	29	5.0	—	4.2	—	1.7

Sliced Carrots vs Spicy Pickled Green Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sliced Carrots Food 1 Food 1 • SENECA FOODS CORPORATION Sliced Carrots	2.0	10	2.0	1.0	1.0	—	—
Spicy Pickle... Food 2 Food 2 • STAR QUALITY FOODS Spicy Pickled Green Beans	0.0	53	5.3	—	10.5	—	—

Stripped Bamboo Shoots In Water vs Cream Style White Corn

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Stripped Bam... Food 1 Food 1 • EASTLAND FOOD CORPORATION Stripped Bamboo Shoots In Water	4.0	23	3.0	0.8	1.5	0.4	2.3
Cream Style ... Food 2 Food 2 • FARIBAULT FOODS, INC. Cream Style White Corn	45.9	88	19.2	7.2	0.8	0.8	0.8

Marinated Grilled Artichokes In Sunflower Oil vs Sauted Seasoning With Vegetables Pisto

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Marinated Gr... Food 1 Food 1 • FLAVOR DELITE INC. Marinated Grilled Artichokes In Sunflower Oil	9.9	117	8.5	1.5	4.6	9.2	2.3
Sauted Seaso... Food 2 Food 2 • LEO & LEO CORPORATION Sauted Seasoning With Vegetables Pisto	11.9	70	12.0	6.0	—	2.0	2.0

Mushrooms Stems & Pieces vs Mushrooms

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mushrooms St... Food 1 Food 1 • HY-VEE, INC. Mushrooms Stems & Pieces	1.9	31	3.5	—	2.7	—	3.5
Mushrooms Food 2 Food 2 • SCHNUCK MARKETS, INC. Mushrooms	5.9	21	4.2	—	1.7	—	0.8

Green Pigeon Peas vs Whole Green Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Green Pigeon... Food 1 Food 1 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Green Pigeon Peas	21.9	65	12.1	—	3.2	—	3.2
Whole Green ... Food 2 Food 2 • TARGET STORES Whole Green Beans	4.1	17	2.5	0.8	0.8	—	0.8

Italian Cut Green Beans vs Seasoned Italian Green Beans, Seasoned Italian

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Italian Cut ... Food 1 Food 1 • FOOD TOWN STORES INC. Italian Cut Green Beans	5.9	21	4.1	0.8	1.7	—	0.8
Seasoned Ita... Food 2 Food 2 • HOLMES CANNING COMPANY INC. Seasoned Italian Green Beans, Seasoned Italian	9.8	194	38.9	16.7	11.1	—	11.1

Corn & Black Beans With Lime & Cilantro, Lime & Cilantro vs Nice!, Sweet Peas

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Corn & Black... Food 1 Food 1 • MEIJER, INC. Corn & Black Beans With Lime & Cilantro, Lime & Cilantro	23.9	73	14.6	2.7	3.6	0.9	2.7
Nice!, Sweet... Food 2 Food 2 • WALGREENS CO. Nice!, Sweet Peas	21.9	72	12.8	3.2	4.0	—	3.2

Whole Small Fancy Beets vs Green Pigeon Peas

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Small ... Food 1 Food 1 • SHURFINE Whole Small Fancy Beets	14.0	32	6.4	4.8	0.8	—	0.8
Green Pigeon... Food 2 Food 2 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Green Pigeon Peas	21.9	65	12.1	—	3.2	—	3.2

Nice!, Cut Green Beans vs Low Sodium Whole Kernel Sweet Corn, Sweet

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Nice!, Cut G... Food 1 Food 1 • WALGREENS CO. Nice!, Cut Green Beans	4.0	20	3.2	0.8	1.6	—	0.8
Low Sodium W... Food 2 Food 2 • AHOLD USA, INC. Low Sodium Whole Kernel Sweet Corn, Sweet	16.0	48	7.2	1.6	0.8	0.4	0.8

Canned Vegetables Comparisons For Diabetics