What are Cheese/Cheese Substitutes food comparisons?

Cheese/Cheese Substitutes 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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Homestyle White Cheddar Cheese Curds vs Bongards Pasteurized Blended Pepper Jack Cheese Slice 160 P 5#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Homestyle Wh... Food 1 Food 1 • RIVERSIDE FOODS Homestyle White Cheddar Cheese Curds	37.1	353	14.8	1.4	0.7	23.9	19.0
Bongards Pas... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Pasteurized Blended Pepper Jack Cheese Slice 160 P 5#	1.8	357	3.6	—	—	28.6	21.4

Bongards Yellow Reduced Fat Cheddar Feather Shred 5# vs Land O Lakes 25% Rs, 50% Rf American,160 Slices, Yellow, 5 Lb.

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bongards Yel... Food 1 Food 1 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Yellow Reduced Fat Cheddar Feather Shred 5#	1.8	321	3.6	—	—	21.4	28.6
Land O Lakes... Food 2 Food 2 • LAND O'LAKES Land O Lakes 25% Rs, 50% Rf American,160 Slices, Yellow, 5 Lb.	6.7	255	12.8	7.0	—	15.1	19.2

Land O Lakes 50% Reduced Sodium, 50% Reduced Fat American,Slices, Yellow, 160 vs Bongards Sharp Yellow Cheddar Feather Shred 5#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Land O Lakes... Food 1 Food 1 • LAND O'LAKES Land O Lakes 50% Reduced Sodium, 50% Reduced Fat American,Slices, Yellow, 160	6.6	254	12.6	7.0	—	15.0	19.1
Bongards Sha... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Sharp Yellow Cheddar Feather Shred 5#	1.8	393	3.6	—	—	32.1	21.4

Italian Crusted White Cheddar 4549 vs Breaded White Cheddar 4410

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Italian Crus... Food 1 Food 1 • RIVERSIDE FOODS Italian Crusted White Cheddar 4549	37.5	338	21.0	2.0	1.0	21.0	16.0
Breaded Whit... Food 2 Food 2 • RIVERSIDE FOODS Breaded White Cheddar 4410	33.8	316	19.0	1.0	1.0	19.0	16.0

Hmstyl Rf Strt Mac&Cheese 6/5# 30# vs Whole Grain Mac & Cheese 30# 6 Bags

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hmstyl Rf St... Food 1 Food 1 • JTM FOOD GROUP Hmstyl Rf Strt Mac&Cheese 6/5# 30#	54.0	175	16.3	4.8	—	7.0	8.6
Whole Grain ... Food 2 Food 2 • JTM FOOD GROUP Whole Grain Mac & Cheese 30# 6 Bags	58.2	168	17.6	4.5	—	6.7	9.1

Bongards Yellow Cheddar Shred 1 Oz vs Wgr Mac & Cheese 30# 6 Bags

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bongards Yel... Food 1 Food 1 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Yellow Cheddar Shred 1 Oz	1.8	393	3.6	—	—	32.1	25.0
Wgr Mac & Ch... Food 2 Food 2 • JTM FOOD GROUP Wgr Mac & Cheese 30# 6 Bags	45.8	179	15.1	2.0	1.2	9.0	9.1

Velveeta Processed Cheese Loaf Original vs Bongards Mozzarella/Provolone Feather Shred 4/5#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Velveeta Pro... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT US (0044710044602) Velveeta Processed Cheese Loaf Original	5.7	250	10.7	7.1	—	14.3	14.3
Bongards Moz... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Mozzarella/Provolone Feather Shred 4/5#	1.8	321	3.6	—	—	25.0	25.0

Hmstyl Rf Strt Mac&Cheese 6/5# 30# vs Land O Lakes American Cheese Slices, White, 160

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hmstyl Rf St... Food 1 Food 1 • JTM FOOD GROUP Hmstyl Rf Strt Mac&Cheese 6/5# 30#	54.0	175	16.3	4.8	—	7.0	8.6
Land O Lakes... Food 2 Food 2 • LAND O'LAKES Land O Lakes American Cheese Slices, White, 160	3.5	357	6.7	4.0	—	30.2	17.8

Original Cheese Nuggets vs Whole Grain Mac & Cheese 6/5# 30#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Che... Food 1 Food 1 • RIVERSIDE FOODS Original Cheese Nuggets	47.1	319	26.0	1.0	1.0	17.0	16.0
Whole Grain ... Food 2 Food 2 • JTM FOOD GROUP Whole Grain Mac & Cheese 6/5# 30#	57.2	172	18.5	4.3	1.2	6.7	9.1

Homestyle White Cheddar Cheese Curds vs Land O Lakes American Cheese, Slices, Yellow, 184

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Homestyle Wh... Food 1 Food 1 • RIVERSIDE FOODS Homestyle White Cheddar Cheese Curds	14.9	344	11.3	1.3	1.2	23.8	20.0
Land O Lakes... Food 2 Food 2 • LAND O'LAKES Land O Lakes American Cheese, Slices, Yellow, 184	3.0	357	6.5	3.7	—	30.2	18.5

Bongards Yellow Reduced Fat Cheddar Feather Shred 5# vs Pepper Jack Cheese Cubes 4475

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bongards Yel... Food 1 Food 1 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Yellow Reduced Fat Cheddar Feather Shred 5#	1.8	321	3.6	—	—	21.4	28.6
Pepper Jack ... Food 2 Food 2 • RIVERSIDE FOODS Pepper Jack Cheese Cubes 4475	38.1	265	21.0	2.0	1.0	15.0	12.0

Bongards Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese Stick 168/1 Oz vs Bongards Yellow Reduced Fat Cheddar Feather Shred 4/5#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bongards Red... Food 1 Food 1 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese Stick 168/1 Oz	1.8	321	3.6	—	—	21.4	28.6
Bongards Yel... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Yellow Reduced Fat Cheddar Feather Shred 4/5#	1.8	321	3.6	—	—	21.4	28.6

White Queso Cheese Sauce Shelf Stable Can, 6 Lb 10 Oz vs Bongards Yellow Reduced Fat & Sodium Process American Hoagie Slice 486 8/5#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Queso ... Food 1 Food 1 • SOCIÉTÉ DES PRODUITS NESTLÉ S.A. White Queso Cheese Sauce Shelf Stable Can, 6 Lb 10 Oz	7.8	159	6.4	—	—	12.7	3.2
Bongards Yel... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Yellow Reduced Fat & Sodium Process American Hoagie Slice 486 8/5#	3.7	286	7.1	3.6	—	21.4	25.0

Bongards Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese Stick 168/1 Oz vs Bongards Yellow Cheddar Feather Shred 4/5#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bongards Red... Food 1 Food 1 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese Stick 168/1 Oz	1.8	321	3.6	—	—	21.4	28.6
Bongards Yel... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Yellow Cheddar Feather Shred 4/5#	1.8	393	3.6	—	—	32.1	21.4

Bongards Marble Cheese Stick 168/1 Oz vs Bongards Reduced Fat Cheddar Stick 1 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bongards Mar... Food 1 Food 1 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Marble Cheese Stick 168/1 Oz	1.8	393	3.6	—	—	32.1	25.0
Bongards Red... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Reduced Fat Cheddar Stick 1 Oz	1.8	321	3.6	—	—	21.4	28.6

Homestyle White Cheddar Cheese Curds vs Homestyle White Cheddar Cheese Curds

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Homestyle Wh... Food 1 Food 1 • RIVERSIDE FOODS Homestyle White Cheddar Cheese Curds	37.1	353	14.8	1.4	0.7	23.9	19.0
Homestyle Wh... Food 2 Food 2 • RIVERSIDE FOODS Homestyle White Cheddar Cheese Curds	14.9	344	11.3	1.3	1.2	23.8	20.0

Bongards Reduced Fat Cheddar Stick 1 Oz vs Bongards Process American Swiss Slice 160 H 5#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bongards Red... Food 1 Food 1 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Reduced Fat Cheddar Stick 1 Oz	1.8	321	3.6	—	—	21.4	28.6
Bongards Pro... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Process American Swiss Slice 160 H 5#	3.7	357	7.1	3.6	—	28.6	17.9

Reduced Fat Nacho Cheese Sauce, Reduced Sodium vs Bongards Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Feather Shred 6/5#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Reduced Fat ... Food 1 Food 1 • EAST SIDE ENTREES Reduced Fat Nacho Cheese Sauce, Reduced Sodium	5.7	175	5.3	3.5	—	12.3	12.3
Bongards Low... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Feather Shred 6/5#	3.7	286	7.1	3.6	—	21.4	25.0

Cheddar Cheese Sauce 6/5# 30# vs Bongards Pasteurized Blended Swiss Slice 160 P 5#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheddar Chee... Food 1 Food 1 • JTM FOOD GROUP Cheddar Cheese Sauce 6/5# 30#	3.2	218	3.2	1.6	—	16.6	12.6
Bongards Pas... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Pasteurized Blended Swiss Slice 160 P 5#	1.8	357	3.6	—	—	25.0	25.0

Philadelphia Plant Based Dairy Free Original Cream Cheese Spread, 8 Oz Tub vs Reduced Fat Nacho Cheese Sauce, Reduced Sodium

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Philadelphia... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT FOODS INC. Philadelphia Plant Based Dairy Free Original Cream Cheese Spread, 8 Oz Tub	3.9	214	7.1	—	—	21.4	—
Reduced Fat ... Food 2 Food 2 • EAST SIDE ENTREES Reduced Fat Nacho Cheese Sauce, Reduced Sodium	5.7	175	5.3	3.5	—	12.3	12.3

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