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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Whipped Cream Cheese vs Organic Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese, Mozzarella

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whipped Crea... Food 1 Food 1 • BAGELS FOREVER, INC. Whipped Cream Cheese	20g	9.4	350	5.0	5.0	—	35.0	5.0
Organic Low ... Food 2 Food 2 • SAPUTO CHEESE USA INC. Organic Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese, Mozzarella	28g	3.7	286	7.1	3.6	—	21.4	25.0

Colby Jack Cheese Sticks vs Mild Sliced Cheddar Cheese, Mild Cheddar

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Colby Jack C... Food 1 Food 1 • WHITE ROSE FOOD CORP. Colby Jack Cheese Sticks	28g	1.8	393	3.6	—	—	32.1	25.0
Mild Sliced ... Food 2 Food 2 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Mild Sliced Cheddar Cheese, Mild Cheddar	19g	1.8	421	5.3	—	—	31.6	21.1

Alapeno Brick Cold Pack Cheese Food, Alapeno Brick vs Ricotta Part Skim Cheese, Ricotta

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Alapeno Bric... Food 1 Food 1 • WIDMER'S CHEESE CELLARS INC. Alapeno Brick Cold Pack Cheese Food	28g	5.6	357	10.7	7.1	—	25.0	14.3
Ricotta Part... Food 2 Food 2 • LAMAGNA CHEESE COMPANY, INC. Ricotta Part Skim Cheese	57g	10.1	158	5.3	3.5	—	8.8	15.8

President, Valbreso Feta vs Fancy Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Mild

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
President, V... Food 1 Food 1 • SOCIETE DES CAVES President, Valbreso Feta	28g	1.9	286	3.6	—	—	21.4	14.3
Fancy Shredd... Food 2 Food 2 • HOMELAND STORES, INC. Fancy Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Mild	28g	1.8	393	3.6	—	—	32.1	21.4

Mexican Style Finely Shredded Blend Of Monterey Jack, Cheddar, Queso Quesadilla & Asadero Cheese, Mexican Style vs Organic Cream Cheese Spread

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mexican Styl... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Mexican Style Finely Shredded Blend Of Monterey Jack, Cheddar, Queso Quesadilla & Asadero Cheese	28g	1.8	393	3.6	—	—	28.6	21.4
Organic Crea... Food 2 Food 2 • MEIJER, INC. Organic Cream Cheese Spread	30g	12.6	300	6.7	6.7	—	30.0	6.7

Brun Uusto Baked Cheese With Garlic, Garlic vs Goat Soft Cheese, Goat

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Brun Uusto B... Food 1 Food 1 • SHULLSBURG CREAMERY II, LLC Brun Uusto Baked Cheese With Garlic, Garlic	28g	1.8	357	3.6	—	—	25.0	25.0
Goat Soft Ch... Food 2 Food 2 • SAFEWAY, INC. Goat Soft Cheese	28g	1.9	286	3.6	3.6	—	21.4	17.9

Finely Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend vs 4% Small Curd Regular Cultured Cottage Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Finely Shred... Food 1 Food 1 • BRUNO'S SUPERMARKETS, INC. Finely Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend	28g	1.8	393	3.6	—	—	32.1	21.4
4% Small Cur... Food 2 Food 2 • DANONE US, LLC 4% Small Curd Regular Cultured Cottage Cheese	113g	7.8	106	3.5	3.5	—	4.4	12.4

Port Wine Cheddar Cheese Ball vs President, Rondele, Spreadable Cheese, Garden Vegetable, Garden Vegetable

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Port Wine Ch... Food 1 Food 1 • DELHAIZE AMERICA, INC. Port Wine Cheddar Cheese Ball	28g	12.8	393	28.6	10.7	3.6	32.1	17.9
President, R... Food 2 Food 2 • LACTALIS AMERICAN GROUP, INC. President, Rondele, Spreadable Cheese, Garden Vegetable, Garden Vegetable	23g	1.4	304	4.4	4.4	1.1	30.4	8.7

Natural Cheese, Colby & Monterey Jack Cheeses vs Artisanal Baked Cheese With Jalapeno, Artisanal With Jalapeno

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Natural Chee... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Natural Cheese, Colby & Monterey Jack Cheeses	28g	1.8	357	3.6	—	—	28.6	21.4
Artisanal Ba... Food 2 Food 2 • SHULLSBURG CREAMERY II, LLC Artisanal Baked Cheese With Jalapeno, Artisanal With Jalapeno	28g	1.8	357	3.6	3.6	—	25.0	25.0

Feta Cheese Crumbled vs Raw Sharp Cheddar Cheese Deli Slices, Raw Sharp Cheddar Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Feta Cheese ... Food 1 Food 1 • AHOLD USA, INC. Feta Cheese Crumbled	28g	0.0	286	3.6	—	3.6	21.4	17.9
Raw Sharp Ch... Food 2 Food 2 • COOPERATIVE REGIONS OF ORGANIC PRODUCER POOLS Raw Sharp Cheddar Cheese Deli Slices	21g	8.6	381	4.8	—	—	33.3	23.8

Spinach Artichoke Gouda Cheese, Spinach Artichoke vs Pizza Shredded Cheese Blend, Pizza

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spinach Arti... Food 1 Food 1 • EMMI ROTH USA, INC. Spinach Artichoke Gouda Cheese	28g	1.8	357	3.6	—	—	28.6	25.0
Pizza Shredd... Food 2 Food 2 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Pizza Shredded Cheese Blend	28g	3.7	321	7.1	—	—	21.4	25.0

Oaxaca Authentic Mexican String Cheese, Semisoft Part Skim Milk Cheese vs Garlic & Dill Cheese Curds, Garlic & Dill

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Oaxaca Authe... Food 1 Food 1 • BAR-S FOODS CO. Oaxaca Authentic Mexican String Cheese, Semisoft Part Skim Milk Cheese	28g	1.9	286	3.6	—	—	21.4	21.4
Garlic & Dil... Food 2 Food 2 • MEIJER, INC. Garlic & Dill Cheese Curds	28g	6.5	357	3.6	—	—	28.6	25.0

Kroger, Cheddar Jack Finely Shredded Cheese vs Hot Habanero Gourmet Cold Pack Cheese Spread, Hot Habanero

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kroger, Ched... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Kroger, Cheddar Jack Finely Shredded Cheese	28g	1.8	357	3.6	—	—	28.6	25.0
Hot Habanero... Food 2 Food 2 • PINE RIVER PRE-PACK, INC. Hot Habanero Gourmet Cold Pack Cheese Spread	28g	5.6	357	10.7	7.1	—	25.0	17.9

Alpha Tolman Cheese, Alpha Tolman vs Original Cream Cheese Spread, Original

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Alpha Tolman... Food 1 Food 1 • CELLARS AT JASPER HILL, LLC Alpha Tolman Cheese	28g	1.8	429	3.6	—	—	35.7	25.0
Original Cre... Food 2 Food 2 • SHURFINE Original Cream Cheese Spread	31g	3.8	258	6.5	6.5	—	22.6	6.5

Reduced Fat Mozzarella String Cheese, Mozzarella vs Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella String Cheese Sticks

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Reduced Fat ... Food 1 Food 1 • RALEY'S Reduced Fat Mozzarella String Cheese, Mozzarella	28g	1.8	250	3.6	—	—	14.3	28.6
Low Moisture... Food 2 Food 2 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella String Cheese Sticks	28g	1.8	286	3.6	—	—	21.4	25.0

Wisconsin White Sharp Cheddar Natural Cheese, White Sharp Cheddar vs Ricotta Artisan Almond Milk, Ricotta

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wisconsin Wh... Food 1 Food 1 • MILTON G. WALDBAUM COMPANY Wisconsin White Sharp Cheddar Natural Cheese, White Sharp Cheddar	28g	1.8	393	3.6	—	—	32.1	25.0
Ricotta Arti... Food 2 Food 2 • LYRICAL FOODS, INC Ricotta Artisan Almond Milk	57g	10.0	246	8.8	1.8	3.5	21.1	8.8

Shredded Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese vs Italian Blend 80% Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella, 10% Cheddar, 10% Smoked Provolone Shredded Cheese, Italian Blend

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Shredded Low... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Shredded Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese	28g	1.8	286	3.6	—	—	21.4	25.0
Italian Blen... Food 2 Food 2 • HILAND DAIRY INC. Italian Blend 80% Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella, 10% Cheddar, 10% Smoked Provolone Shredded Cheese	28g	13.1	321	7.1	—	—	21.4	25.0

Three Cheese Shredded Parmesan,Romano,And Asiago Cheeses, Three Cheese vs Garlic Herb Cream Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Three Cheese... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Three Cheese Shredded Parmesan,Romano,And Asiago Cheeses	28g	6.4	393	3.6	—	—	28.6	32.1
Garlic Herb ... Food 2 Food 2 • DIERBERG'S MARKETS, INC. Garlic Herb Cream Cheese	28g	3.8	243	7.1	3.6	—	21.4	7.1

Queso Blanco, Monterey Jack Cheese vs Mozzarella Low Moisture Part Skim Natural Cheese, Mozzarella

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Queso Blanco... Food 1 Food 1 • L & J GENERAL INTERNATIONAL Queso Blanco, Monterey Jack Cheese	28g	1.8	393	3.6	—	—	32.1	25.0
Mozzarella L... Food 2 Food 2 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Mozzarella Low Moisture Part Skim Natural Cheese	28g	1.8	286	3.6	—	—	21.4	25.0

Monterey Jack Organic Sliced Cheese, Monterey Jack vs Cotija Queso Traditional Mexican Hard Cheese, Cotija Queso

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Monterey Jac... Food 1 Food 1 • MEIJER, INC. Monterey Jack Organic Sliced Cheese	34g	5.3	382	2.9	—	—	32.4	23.5
Cotija Queso... Food 2 Food 2 • JVM SALES CORP. Cotija Queso Traditional Mexican Hard Cheese	28g	3.7	393	7.1	—	—	14.6	28.6

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