What are Clean Machine food comparisons?

Clean Machine 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.

Logo

Butter Large Beans, Butter vs Organic Chili Beans In Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Butter Large... Food 1 Food 1 • MCCALL FARMS INC Butter Large Beans	129g	27.7	85	14.7	0.8	3.9	0.8	4.7
Organic Chil... Food 2 Food 2 • JH BIOTECH, INC. Organic Chili Beans In Sauce	130g	25.9	77	13.9	0.8	3.8	0.4	4.6

Black Beans In Brine vs Blackeye Peas With Bacon And Jalapeno, Blackeye With Bacon And Jalapeno

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Black Beans ... Food 1 Food 1 • BOSTONIA BEVERAGE Black Beans In Brine	130g	21.4	85	15.4	0.8	4.6	0.4	4.6
Blackeye Pea... Food 2 Food 2 • BUSH BROTHERS & COMPANY Blackeye Peas With Bacon And Jalapeno, Blackeye With Bacon And Jalapeno	130g	25.8	69	12.3	—	2.3	0.8	3.9

Glory Foods Seasoned Southern Style Red Beans vs Pinto Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Glory Foods ... Food 1 Food 1 • MCCALL FARMS INC Glory Foods Seasoned Southern Style Red Beans	130g	25.9	77	13.9	—	3.8	1.2	3.9
Pinto Beans Food 2 Food 2 • LA COSTENA USA Pinto Beans	131g	27.7	84	14.5	0.8	3.8	—	5.3

Organic Black Beans vs Kidney Beans Light Red

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Blac... Food 1 Food 1 • TRADER JOE'S Organic Black Beans	130g	29.6	77	14.6	—	3.1	—	5.4
Kidney Beans... Food 2 Food 2 • LA PREFERIDA INC Kidney Beans Light Red	130g	27.6	92	16.2	0.8	5.4	0.8	6.2

Meijer, True Goodness, Organic Dark Red Kidney Beans vs Organic Three Bean Blend

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Meijer, True... Food 1 Food 1 • MEIJER, INC. Meijer, True Goodness, Organic Dark Red Kidney Beans	130g	18.1	85	15.4	0.8	6.2	—	6.2
Organic Thre... Food 2 Food 2 • DELHAIZE AMERICA, INC. Organic Three Bean Blend	130g	27.8	77	14.6	0.8	3.8	—	5.4

Original Flavor Black Beans vs Red Kidney Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Fla... Food 1 Food 1 • B&G FOODS, INC. Original Flavor Black Beans	130g	23.7	85	14.6	0.8	5.4	0.8	5.4
Red Kidney B... Food 2 Food 2 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Red Kidney Beans	123g	21.7	73	15.5	0.8	6.5	0.8	5.7

Harmons, Organic Garbanzo Beans vs Garbanzo Beans Organic Chickpeas, Garbanzo Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Harmons, Org... Food 1 Food 1 • HARMONS INC Harmons, Organic Garbanzo Beans	130g	27.7	92	15.4	2.3	4.6	1.5	4.6
Garbanzo Bea... Food 2 Food 2 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Garbanzo Beans Organic Chickpeas	130g	21.3	85	13.9	2.3	3.1	1.2	4.6

Steamed Red Kidney Beans vs Lowes Foods, Fat Free Refried Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Steamed Red ... Food 1 Food 1 • WORLD VARIETY PRODUCE, INC. Steamed Red Kidney Beans	100g	13.7	100	22.0	1.0	15.0	0.5	9.0
Lowes Foods,... Food 2 Food 2 • LOWE'S FOOD STORES, INC. Lowes Foods, Fat Free Refried Beans	113g	29.6	106	19.5	0.9	6.2	—	7.1

Organic Whole Garbanzo Beans vs No Salt Added Light Red Kidney Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Whol... Food 1 Food 1 • THE HAIN CELESTIAL GROUP, INC. Organic Whole Garbanzo Beans	130g	27.7	92	15.4	2.3	4.6	1.5	4.6
No Salt Adde... Food 2 Food 2 • WEIS MARKETS, INC. No Salt Added Light Red Kidney Beans	130g	25.8	85	14.6	1.5	4.6	—	5.4

Vitarroz Pink Beans, 15.5 Oz vs Refried Red Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Vitarroz Pin... Food 1 Food 1 • VITARROZ INTERNATIONAL FOODS LLC Vitarroz Pink Beans, 15.5 Oz	130g	12.2	62	10.8	—	4.6	—	3.9
Refried Red ... Food 2 Food 2 • MALHER SUCESORES/COIMPANIA LTD. Refried Red Beans	120g	21.3	167	16.7	0.8	5.8	8.3	5.0

Wylwood, Blackeye Peas vs Pinto Reduced Sodium Beans, Pinto

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wylwood, Bla... Food 1 Food 1 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Wylwood, Blackeye Peas	130g	19.8	62	10.8	1.5	3.1	—	3.9
Pinto Reduce... Food 2 Food 2 • BUSH BROTHERS & COMPANY Pinto Reduced Sodium Beans	130g	18.3	69	12.3	0.8	3.1	—	4.6

Organic No Salt Added Black Beans vs Shoprite, Organic Cannellini Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic No S... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Organic No Salt Added Black Beans	130g	27.8	85	14.6	0.8	3.8	0.4	5.4
Shoprite, Or... Food 2 Food 2 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Shoprite, Organic Cannellini Beans	130g	27.7	77	13.9	—	3.1	—	5.4

La Morena, Refried Bayo Beans With Chilpotle And Adobo vs Organic Low Sodium Black Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
La Morena, R... Food 1 Food 1 • PRODUCTOS ALIMENTICIOS LA MORENA S.A. La Morena, Refried Bayo Beans With Chilpotle And Adobo	130g	11.8	115	11.5	1.5	6.9	5.4	5.4
Organic Low ... Food 2 Food 2 • RALEY'S Organic Low Sodium Black Beans	125g	27.7	88	14.4	0.8	3.2	—	4.8

No Salt Added Organic Black Beans vs Blue Mountain Country Butter Beans, 14 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
No Salt Adde... Food 1 Food 1 • RIENZI & SONS INC. No Salt Added Organic Black Beans	130g	13.8	77	8.5	—	3.1	0.8	3.9
Blue Mountai... Food 2 Food 2 • EVE SALES COMPANY Blue Mountain Country Butter Beans, 14 Oz	130g	18.3	77	13.9	—	4.6	0.8	4.6

Refried Beans vs Spartan, Butter Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Refried Beans Food 1 Food 1 • CONSERVAS LA COSTENA S.A. Refried Beans	116g	23.6	147	13.8	0.9	3.4	6.0	6.9
Spartan, But... Food 2 Food 2 • MCILHENNY COMPANY Spartan, Butter Beans	130g	21.9	77	12.3	2.3	3.8	0.8	4.6

Spartan, Great Northern Beans vs Red Kidney Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spartan, Gre... Food 1 Food 1 • MCILHENNY COMPANY Spartan, Great Northern Beans	130g	19.8	69	12.3	1.5	4.6	—	5.4
Red Kidney B... Food 2 Food 2 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Red Kidney Beans	123g	21.7	73	15.5	0.8	6.5	0.8	5.7

Organic Great Northern Beans vs Isola, Garbanzo Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Grea... Food 1 Food 1 • GREEN CHEMICAL PRODUCTS INC. Organic Great Northern Beans	130g	27.7	85	15.4	0.8	4.6	—	5.4
Isola, Garba... Food 2 Food 2 • ISOLA IMPORTS, INC. Isola, Garbanzo Beans	100g	19.7	115	17.0	4.0	7.0	2.0	6.0

Mexican Style Refried Beans, Mexican Style vs Organic, Light Red Kidney Beans, Light Red Kidney

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mexican Styl... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC. Mexican Style Refried Beans	128g	23.8	70	13.3	0.8	3.9	—	4.7
Organic, Lig... Food 2 Food 2 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Organic, Light Red Kidney Beans, Light Red Kidney	130g	16.7	85	13.9	0.8	5.4	—	6.9

Great Northern Beans Seasoned With Pork vs Chick Peas Garbanzos

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Great Northe... Food 1 Food 1 • LA COSTENA USA Great Northern Beans Seasoned With Pork	131g	18.1	84	13.7	0.8	4.6	0.8	4.6
Chick Peas G... Food 2 Food 2 • FESTIVE FINER FOODS Chick Peas Garbanzos	130g	25.6	85	15.4	—	5.4	0.8	5.4

Great Northern Organic Beans, Great Northern vs Omena Organics, Organic Garbanzo Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Great Northe... Food 1 Food 1 • GLENCOURT INC. Great Northern Organic Beans	130g	21.9	69	12.3	0.8	3.8	—	4.6
Omena Organi... Food 2 Food 2 • BURNETTE FOODS, INC. Omena Organics, Organic Garbanzo Beans	130g	21.9	69	12.3	0.8	3.8	0.4	3.9

Clean Machine Food Comparisons