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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Bamboo Shoots Strips vs Sliced Carrots

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bamboo Shoot... Food 1 Food 1 • KAWASHO FOODS USA INC. Bamboo Shoots Strips	130g	15.9	31	6.9	—	0.8	—	0.8
Sliced Carrots Food 2 Food 2 • CLOVER VALLEY Sliced Carrots	125g	4.0	16	3.2	1.6	1.6	—	0.8

Western Family, Fancy Asparagus, Tender Cut Spears vs Sliced Beets

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Western Fami... Food 1 Food 1 • WESTERN FAMILY FOODS, INC. Western Family, Fancy Asparagus, Tender Cut Spears	120g	1.7	12	1.7	0.8	0.8	—	1.7
Sliced Beets Food 2 Food 2 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Sliced Beets	120g	14.1	33	6.7	5.0	0.8	—	0.8

Mushrooms Pieces & Stems vs Mushrooms Stems & Pieces

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mushrooms Pi... Food 1 Food 1 • SAFEWAY, INC. Mushrooms Pieces & Stems	113g	3.4	22	4.4	—	2.7	0.4	2.7
Mushrooms St... Food 2 Food 2 • HY-VEE, INC. Mushrooms Stems & Pieces	113g	1.9	31	3.5	—	2.7	—	3.5

Whole Hearts Of Palm vs German Style Sauerkraut, German Style

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Hearts... Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Whole Hearts Of Palm	220g	12.1	27	4.6	1.4	1.8	—	1.8
German Style... Food 2 Food 2 • DEUTSCHE KUCHE German Style Sauerkraut	85g	0.0	29	1.2	1.2	3.5	—	1.2

Mixed Sieve Sweet Peas vs Water Chestnuts Sliced

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mixed Sieve ... Food 1 Food 1 • BRUNO'S SUPERMARKETS, INC. Mixed Sieve Sweet Peas	125g	15.9	56	9.6	4.8	3.2	0.4	3.2
Water Chestn... Food 2 Food 2 • WORLD FINER FOODS, INC. Water Chestnuts Sliced	113g	13.9	40	8.9	1.8	2.7	—	0.9

Real Southern Style Cut Okra vs Sliced New White Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Real Souther... Food 1 Food 1 • HOLMES CANNING COMPANY INC. Real Southern Style Cut Okra	122g	6.6	16	3.3	—	—	—	0.8
Sliced New W... Food 2 Food 2 • STATER BROS. MARKETS INC. Sliced New White Potatoes	165g	24.0	42	8.5	0.6	1.2	—	0.6

Organic Lentils vs Sliced Bamboo Shoots

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Lentils Food 1 Food 1 • RIENZI & SONS INC. Organic Lentils	130g	13.8	62	10.8	—	3.8	—	3.9
Sliced Bambo... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Sliced Bamboo Shoots	115g	1.9	9	1.7	—	0.9	—	0.9

Golden Hominy vs Whole Kernel Corn, Whole Kernel

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Golden Hominy Food 1 Food 1 Golden Hominy	127g	17.3	71	10.2	0.8	1.6	—	0.8
Whole Kernel... Food 2 Food 2 • UNIFIED GROCERS, INC. Whole Kernel Corn	125g	21.9	56	10.4	4.8	1.6	0.8	1.6

Cultivated Hearts Of Cut Palm vs Cuts & Tips Packed From Fresh Asparagus

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cultivated H... Food 1 Food 1 • CACHERE DISTRIBUTING INC. Cultivated Hearts Of Cut Palm	85g	4.6	24	4.7	—	2.4	—	1.2
Cuts & Tips ... Food 2 Food 2 • TRANSNATIONAL FOODS, INC. Cuts & Tips Packed From Fresh Asparagus	125g	2.0	12	1.6	0.8	0.8	—	1.6

Select Artichoke Bottoms vs Gonzalez, Mixed Vegetables

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Select Artic... Food 1 Food 1 • WORLD FINER FOODS, INC. Select Artichoke Bottoms	130g	9.9	38	6.9	1.5	3.1	—	1.5
Gonzalez, Mi... Food 2 Food 2 • NORTHGATE GONZALEZ, INC. Gonzalez, Mixed Vegetables	125g	12.0	28	5.6	2.4	0.8	—	0.8

Diced Mild Green Chilies vs Organic No Salt Added Corn

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Diced Mild G... Food 1 Food 1 • SPARTAN Diced Mild Green Chilies	30g	2.0	33	3.3	3.3	—	—	—
Organic No S... Food 2 Food 2 • MEIJER, INC. Organic No Salt Added Corn	125g	17.5	56	10.4	4.8	1.6	0.8	1.6

Organic, Cut Green Beans vs Whole Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic, Cut... Food 1 Food 1 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Organic, Cut Green Beans	120g	4.1	12	2.5	0.8	0.8	—	0.8
Whole Potatoes Food 2 Food 2 • AHOLD USA, INC. Whole Potatoes	158g	26.1	38	8.9	0.6	0.6	—	0.6

Mixed Vegetables No Salt Added Carrots, Potatoes, Peas, Corn, Green Beans, Celery & Lima Beans, Mixed Vegetables vs Sliced Fancy Mushrooms

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mixed Vegeta... Food 1 Food 1 • ASSOCIATED WHOLESALE GROCERS, INC. Mixed Vegetables No Salt Added Carrots, Potatoes, Peas, Corn, Green Beans, Celery & Lima Beans	125g	8.0	36	5.6	1.6	1.6	—	0.8
Sliced Fancy... Food 2 Food 2 • WEIS MARKETS, INC. Sliced Fancy Mushrooms	130g	2.0	23	3.1	—	2.3	—	1.5

Whole Fancy Green Beans vs Button Sliced Mushrooms, Button

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Fancy ... Food 1 Food 1 • SHURFINE Whole Fancy Green Beans	120g	3.9	17	3.3	1.7	1.7	—	0.8
Button Slice... Food 2 Food 2 • ASSOCIATED WHOLESALE GROCERS, INC. Button Sliced Mushrooms	113g	5.2	27	5.3	2.7	2.7	—	1.8

Spartan, Mushrooms Stems & Pieces vs Iga, Cut Blue Lake Green Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spartan, Mus... Food 1 Food 1 • MCILHENNY COMPANY Spartan, Mushrooms Stems & Pieces	130g	2.1	19	2.3	—	1.5	—	2.3
Iga, Cut Blu... Food 2 Food 2 • IGA, INC. Iga, Cut Blue Lake Green Beans	120g	3.9	17	3.3	1.7	1.7	—	0.8

Whole Carrots vs Selected Green Pigeon Peas

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Carrots Food 1 Food 1 • GLICKS FOOD CORP. Whole Carrots	125g	8.0	24	4.8	3.2	1.6	—	0.8
Selected Gre... Food 2 Food 2 • LA CENA FINE FOODS, LTD. Selected Green Pigeon Peas	120g	14.9	58	10.8	—	3.3	—	4.2

Low Sodium Cut Green Beans vs Whole Grilled Marinated Artichokes, Whole Grilled Marinated

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Low Sodium C... Food 1 Food 1 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Low Sodium Cut Green Beans	120g	4.1	12	2.5	0.8	0.8	—	0.8
Whole Grille... Food 2 Food 2 • INTERNATIONAL DELICACIES INC. Whole Grilled Marinated Artichokes	28g	7.0	71	7.1	—	3.6	3.6	3.6

Gourmet Mixed Mushrooms vs Cut Green Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Gourmet Mixe... Food 1 Food 1 • MILKY WAY INT'L TRADING CORP Gourmet Mixed Mushrooms	85g	2.0	18	2.4	—	1.2	—	1.2
Cut Green Beans Food 2 Food 2 • WINN-DIXIE STORES, INC. Cut Green Beans	125g	4.0	16	3.2	1.6	1.6	—	0.8

Clover Valley, Sliced Carrots vs Iga, Mixed Sweet Peas

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Clover Valle... Food 1 Food 1 • PUBLIC LABEL BRANDS, INC. Clover Valley, Sliced Carrots	120g	7.9	25	5.0	3.3	1.7	—	0.8
Iga, Mixed S... Food 2 Food 2 • IGA, INC. Iga, Mixed Sweet Peas	125g	17.9	56	9.6	4.8	2.4	0.4	3.2

Pumpkin Pie, Pumpkin vs Low Salt Spinach

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pumpkin Pie Food 1 Food 1 • HY-VEE Pumpkin Pie	120g	16.0	42	9.2	3.3	2.5	—	1.7
Low Salt Spi... Food 2 Food 2 • MCCALL FARMS INC Low Salt Spinach	121g	0.0	25	2.5	—	2.5	0.4	2.5

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