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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Rf Jalapeno Cheese Sauce 30# 6 Bags vs 8/50 Count Bags Breaded Italian Mozzarella Sticks

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Rf Jalapeno ... Food 1 Food 1 • JTM FOOD GROUP Rf Jalapeno Cheese Sauce 30# 6 Bags	9.7	176	9.4	6.7	—	10.3	10.5
8/50 Count B... Food 2 Food 2 • THE FATHER'S TABLE 8/50 Count Bags Breaded Italian Mozzarella Sticks	68.9	277	29.9	2.2	3.6	12.4	13.1

Bongards Yellow Reduced Fat Process American Slice 160 H 5# vs Hmstyl Rf Elbo Mac&Cheese 6/5# 30#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bongards Yel... Food 1 Food 1 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Yellow Reduced Fat Process American Slice 160 H 5#	3.7	250	7.1	7.1	—	16.1	21.4
Hmstyl Rf El... Food 2 Food 2 • JTM FOOD GROUP Hmstyl Rf Elbo Mac&Cheese 6/5# 30#	54.8	168	17.1	4.6	0.5	6.9	8.7

Queso Blanco 6/5# 30# vs Penne In Alfredo Sauce 30# 6 Bags

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Queso Blanco... Food 1 Food 1 • JTM FOOD GROUP Queso Blanco 6/5# 30#	2.4	215	2.3	0.5	0.1	17.0	11.8
Penne In Alf... Food 2 Food 2 • JTM FOOD GROUP Penne In Alfredo Sauce 30# 6 Bags	56.4	180	18.3	4.7	1.2	7.3	9.8

Italian Crusted White Cheddar 4549 vs 8 Oz Trivers' Half Naked White Cheese Curds 5125

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
8 Oz Trivers... Food 2 Food 2 • RIVERSIDE FOODS 8 Oz Trivers' Half Naked White Cheese Curds 5125	14.2	377	8.0	1.0	0.2	29.0	22.0

Reduced Fat Cheese Sauce, Reduced Sodium vs Iw Wrap Pizaboli

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Reduced Fat ... Food 1 Food 1 • EAST SIDE ENTREES Reduced Fat Cheese Sauce, Reduced Sodium	5.7	175	5.3	3.5	—	12.3	12.3
Iw Wrap Piza... Food 2 Food 2 • TASTY BRANDS Iw Wrap Pizaboli	65.8	218	23.9	4.2	—	8.5	9.9

Bongards Yellow Process American Slice 160 V 4/5# vs Hmstyl Rf Elbo Mac&Cheese 6/5# 30#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bongards Yel... Food 1 Food 1 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Yellow Process American Slice 160 V 4/5#	3.7	357	7.1	3.6	—	32.1	17.9
Hmstyl Rf El... Food 2 Food 2 • JTM FOOD GROUP Hmstyl Rf Elbo Mac&Cheese 6/5# 30#	54.8	168	17.1	4.6	0.5	6.9	8.7

Land O Lakes Reduced Fat American, Slices, Yellow, 160 vs Bongards Pasteurized Blended Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese Slice 160 P 4/5#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Land O Lakes... Food 1 Food 1 • LAND O'LAKES Land O Lakes Reduced Fat American, Slices, Yellow, 160	6.8	255	13.0	7.0	—	15.0	19.1
Bongards Pas... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Pasteurized Blended Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese Slice 160 P 4/5#	1.9	286	3.6	—	—	21.4	21.4

Polly O Natural Cheese vs Chef Mate Que Bueno! Nacho Cheese Sauce Club Pack, 6 Lb 6 Oz Can

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Polly O Natu... Food 1 Food 1 • BELGIOIOSO CHEESE INC Polly O Natural Cheese	7.7	175	6.4	6.4	—	12.7	9.5
Chef Mate Qu... Food 2 Food 2 • SOCIÉTÉ DES PRODUITS NESTLÉ S.A. Chef Mate Que Bueno! Nacho Cheese Sauce Club Pack, 6 Lb 6 Oz Can	9.7	177	8.1	1.6	—	12.9	6.5

Polly O Natural Cheese vs Whole Grain Mac & Cheese 6/5# 30#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Polly O Natu... Food 1 Food 1 • BELGIOIOSO CHEESE INC Polly O Natural Cheese	7.7	175	6.4	6.4	—	12.7	9.5
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

Jacobo Ps Mozz 6 Lb Avg vs Hmstyl Rf Strt Mac&Cheese 6/5# 30#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Jacobo Ps Mo... Food 1 Food 1 • DAIRY FARMERS OF AMERICA INC. Jacobo Ps Mozz 6 Lb Avg	3.7	296	7.1	3.6	—	21.4	25.0
Hmstyl Rf St... Food 2 Food 2 • 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 Reduced Fat American, Slices, Yellow, 160 vs Bongards Sharp Yellow Cheddar Cheese Feather Shred 6/5#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Land O Lakes... Food 1 Food 1 • LAND O'LAKES Land O Lakes Reduced Fat American, Slices, Yellow, 160	6.8	255	13.0	7.0	—	15.0	19.1
Bongards Sha... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Sharp Yellow Cheddar Cheese Feather Shred 6/5#	1.8	393	3.6	—	—	32.1	21.4

Jacobo Ps Mozz 6 Lb Avg vs Bongards Pasteurized Blended Provolone Cheese Slice 160 P 4/5#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Jacobo Ps Mo... Food 1 Food 1 • DAIRY FARMERS OF AMERICA INC. Jacobo Ps Mozz 6 Lb Avg	3.7	296	7.1	3.6	—	21.4	25.0
Bongards Pas... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Pasteurized Blended Provolone Cheese Slice 160 P 4/5#	1.8	321	3.6	—	—	25.0	21.4

8 Oz Trivers' Half Naked White Cheese Curds 5125 vs Homestyle White Cheddar Cheese Curds 4532

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
8 Oz Trivers... Food 1 Food 1 • RIVERSIDE FOODS 8 Oz Trivers' Half Naked White Cheese Curds 5125	14.2	377	8.0	1.0	0.2	29.0	22.0
Homestyle Wh... Food 2 Food 2 • RIVERSIDE FOODS Homestyle White Cheddar Cheese Curds 4532	14.9	344	11.3	1.3	1.2	23.8	20.0

Bongards Yellow Cheddar Shred 400/1 Oz vs Rs Queso Blanco 6/5# 30#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bongards Yel... Food 1 Food 1 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Yellow Cheddar Shred 400/1 Oz	1.8	393	3.6	—	—	32.1	25.0
Rs Queso Bla... Food 2 Food 2 • JTM FOOD GROUP Rs Queso Blanco 6/5# 30#	1.4	210	1.4	0.2	0.1	16.6	11.6

Bongards Marble Cheese Stick 1 Oz vs Homestyle Orig Mac&Cheese 6/5# 30#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bongards Mar... Food 1 Food 1 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Marble Cheese Stick 1 Oz	1.8	393	3.6	—	—	32.1	25.0
Homestyle Or... Food 2 Food 2 • JTM FOOD GROUP Homestyle Orig Mac&Cheese 6/5# 30#	49.6	181	15.0	2.1	—	9.1	8.6

Cheddar Cheese Jalapeno Snappers 4655 vs Bongards Yellow Reduced Fat Process American Slice 160 H 6/5#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheddar Chee... Food 1 Food 1 • RIVERSIDE FOODS Cheddar Cheese Jalapeno Snappers 4655	45.0	177	25.0	1.0	2.0	6.0	6.0
Bongards Yel... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Yellow Reduced Fat Process American Slice 160 H 6/5#	3.7	250	7.1	7.1	—	16.1	21.4

Bongards Mozzarella/Provolone Feather Shred 5# vs 8/50 Count Bags Breaded Italian Mozzarella Sticks

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bongards Moz... Food 1 Food 1 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Mozzarella/Provolone Feather Shred 5#	1.8	321	3.6	—	—	25.0	25.0
8/50 Count B... Food 2 Food 2 • THE FATHER'S TABLE 8/50 Count Bags Breaded Italian Mozzarella Sticks	68.9	277	29.9	2.2	3.6	12.4	13.1

Philadelphia Plant Based Dairy Free Original Cream Cheese Spread, 8 Oz Tub vs Bongards Pasteurized Blended Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese Slice 160 P 5#

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	—
Bongards Pas... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Pasteurized Blended Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese Slice 160 P 5#	1.9	286	3.6	—	—	21.4	21.4

Bongards Monterey Jack And Cheddar Fancy Shred 5# (K 12) vs Bongards Pasteurized Blended Provolone Cheese Slice 160 P 4/5#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bongards Mon... Food 1 Food 1 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Monterey Jack And Cheddar Fancy Shred 5# (K 12)	1.8	393	3.6	—	—	32.1	25.0
Bongards Pas... Food 2 Food 2 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Pasteurized Blended Provolone Cheese Slice 160 P 4/5#	1.8	321	3.6	—	—	25.0	21.4

Bongards Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Feather Shred 4/5# vs Rs Alfredo Sauce 6/5# 30#

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bongards Low... Food 1 Food 1 • BONGARDS CREAMERIES Bongards Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Feather Shred 4/5#	3.7	286	7.1	3.6	—	21.4	25.0
Rs Alfredo S... Food 2 Food 2 • JTM FOOD GROUP Rs Alfredo Sauce 6/5# 30#	8.3	178	8.4	6.3	0.1	10.7	11.0

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