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.

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Chorizo vs Pork Sausage (Oven Cooked)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chorizo Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chorizo	4.8	346	2.6	—	—	28.1	19.3
Pork Sausage... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Pork Sausage (Oven Cooked)	4.0	322	2.2	1.5	—	26.2	18.2

Beef Sausage vs Beef Frankfurter

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beef Sausage Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Beef Sausage	6.3	328	3.4	1.0	—	28.7	13.3
Beef Frankfu... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Beef Frankfurter	5.4	314	2.9	1.3	—	28.0	11.7

Ham (Sliced, Cooked) vs Chorizo

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ham (Sliced,... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Ham (Sliced, Cooked)	0.5	106	0.3	—	—	3.7	16.7
Chorizo Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chorizo	4.8	346	2.6	—	—	28.1	19.3

Beef Sausage vs Pork Sausage (Oven Cooked)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beef Sausage Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Beef Sausage	6.3	328	3.4	1.0	—	28.7	13.3
Pork Sausage... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Pork Sausage (Oven Cooked)	4.0	322	2.2	1.5	—	26.2	18.2

Salsa vs Marinara Sauce

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Salsa Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Salsa	9.9	29	6.7	3.8	1.8	0.2	1.4
Marinara Sauce Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Marinara Sauce	12.4	45	8.1	5.5	1.8	1.5	1.4

Carrot (Frozen) vs Kale Leaf (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Carrot (Frozen) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Carrot (Frozen)	9.4	37	7.9	4.2	3.2	0.5	0.8
Kale Leaf (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Kale Leaf (Raw)	0.6	35	4.4	0.8	4.1	1.5	2.9

Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw) vs Yellow Onion (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Romaine Lett... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw)	2.9	17	3.2	1.2	1.8	0.3	1.2
Yellow Onion... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Yellow Onion (Raw)	13.4	38	8.6	5.8	1.9	0.1	0.8

White Onion (Raw) vs Grape Tomato (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Onion ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA White Onion (Raw)	12.9	35	7.7	5.8	1.2	0.1	0.9
Grape Tomato... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Grape Tomato (Raw)	6.8	27	5.5	—	2.1	0.6	0.8

Red Onion (Raw) vs Kale Leaf (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Red Onion (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Red Onion (Raw)	15.4	44	9.9	5.8	2.2	0.1	0.9
Kale Leaf (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Kale Leaf (Raw)	0.6	35	4.4	0.8	4.1	1.5	2.9

Grape Tomato (Raw) vs Dill Pickle

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Grape Tomato... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Grape Tomato (Raw)	6.8	27	5.5	—	2.1	0.6	0.8
Dill Pickle Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Dill Pickle	2.0	12	2.0	1.3	1.0	0.4	0.5

Broccoli Floret (Raw) vs Yellow Onion (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Broccoli Flo... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Broccoli Floret (Raw)	7.7	31	6.3	1.4	2.4	0.3	2.6
Yellow Onion... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Yellow Onion (Raw)	13.4	38	8.6	5.8	1.9	0.1	0.8

Red Onion (Raw) vs Yellow Onion (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Red Onion (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Red Onion (Raw)	15.4	44	9.9	5.8	2.2	0.1	0.9
Yellow Onion... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Yellow Onion (Raw)	13.4	38	8.6	5.8	1.9	0.1	0.8

Yellow Onion (Raw) vs White Onion (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Yellow Onion... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Yellow Onion (Raw)	13.4	38	8.6	5.8	1.9	0.1	0.8
White Onion ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA White Onion (Raw)	12.9	35	7.7	5.8	1.2	0.1	0.9

Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw) vs Kale Leaf (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Romaine Lett... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw)	2.9	17	3.2	1.2	1.8	0.3	1.2
Kale Leaf (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Kale Leaf (Raw)	0.6	35	4.4	0.8	4.1	1.5	2.9

Grape Tomato (Raw) vs Yellow Onion (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Grape Tomato... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Grape Tomato (Raw)	6.8	27	5.5	—	2.1	0.6	0.8
Yellow Onion... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Yellow Onion (Raw)	13.4	38	8.6	5.8	1.9	0.1	0.8

Carrot (Frozen) vs Red Onion (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Carrot (Frozen) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Carrot (Frozen)	9.4	37	7.9	4.2	3.2	0.5	0.8
Red Onion (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Red Onion (Raw)	15.4	44	9.9	5.8	2.2	0.1	0.9

Broccoli Floret (Raw) vs Green Bean (Canned)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Broccoli Flo... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Broccoli Floret (Raw)	7.7	31	6.3	1.4	2.4	0.3	2.6
Green Bean (... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Green Bean (Canned)	8.2	21	4.1	1.3	—	0.4	1.0

Broccoli Floret (Raw) vs Tomato (Diced, Canned)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Broccoli Flo... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Broccoli Floret (Raw)	7.7	31	6.3	1.4	2.4	0.3	2.6
Tomato (Dice... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Tomato (Diced, Canned)	6.6	18	3.3	3.0	—	0.5	0.8

Red Onion (Raw) vs Kale (Frozen)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Red Onion (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Red Onion (Raw)	15.4	44	9.9	5.8	2.2	0.1	0.9
Kale (Frozen) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Kale (Frozen)	10.5	36	5.3	1.1	—	1.2	2.9

Yellow Onion (Raw) vs Tomato (Diced, Canned)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Yellow Onion... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Yellow Onion (Raw)	13.4	38	8.6	5.8	1.9	0.1	0.8
Tomato (Dice... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Tomato (Diced, Canned)	6.6	18	3.3	3.0	—	0.5	0.8

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