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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Super Fine Almond Flour vs Cauliflower Based Baking Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Super Fine A... Food 1 Food 1 • BJ'S WHOLESALE CLUB / CORPORATE BRANDS Super Fine Almond Flour	14g	12.6	571	21.4	7.1	14.3	50.0	21.4
Cauliflower ... Food 2 Food 2 • CAULIPOWER, LLC Cauliflower Based Baking Mix	24g	27.5	333	70.8	4.2	12.5	—	8.3

Organic Coconut Flour vs Coconut Organic Flour, Coconut

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Coc... Food 1 Food 1 • FIRST INTERNATIONAL HEALTH FOODS LTD. Organic Coconut Flour	15g	38.0	400	60.0	6.7	40.0	6.7	20.0
Coconut Orga... Food 2 Food 2 • THE J.M. SMUCKER COMPANY Coconut Organic Flour	13g	5.7	385	61.5	15.4	38.5	11.5	15.4

Chesapeake Bay Potato Maryland Spices Sunflower Oil Sea Salt Seasoned Fries, Chesapeake Bay vs Golden Fries French Fried Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chesapeake B... Food 1 Food 1 • COLN HOLDINGS, LLC Chesapeake Bay Potato Maryland Spices Sunflower Oil Sea Salt Seasoned Fries	85g	30.1	141	16.5	1.2	1.2	8.2	1.2
Golden Fries... Food 2 Food 2 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Golden Fries French Fried Potatoes	84g	25.7	107	16.7	1.2	1.2	4.8	2.4

Potato Cake vs Potatoes O'brien Hash Browns

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Potato Cake Food 1 Food 1 • DR. PRAEGER'S SENSIBLE FOODS, INC. Potato Cake	64g	25.5	156	21.9	1.6	1.6	4.7	4.7
Potatoes O'b... Food 2 Food 2 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Potatoes O'brien Hash Browns	85g	23.8	59	15.3	1.2	1.2	—	2.4

Golden Tater Tots Seasoned Shredded Potatoes, Golden Tater Tots vs Golden French Fried Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Golden Tater... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Golden Tater Tots Seasoned Shredded Potatoes	86g	29.6	151	16.3	1.2	1.2	9.3	2.3
Golden Frenc... Food 2 Food 2 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Golden French Fried Potatoes	84g	25.7	107	16.7	1.2	1.2	4.8	2.4

Potato Pancakes, Green Onion vs Hash Brown Shredded Potatoes, Hash Brown

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Potato Panca... Food 1 Food 1 • LINDA'S GOURMET LATKES, L.P. Potato Pancakes, Green Onion	28g	11.5	321	21.4	3.6	—	25.0	3.6
Hash Brown S... Food 2 Food 2 • ASSOCIATED WHOLESALE GROCERS, INC. Hash Brown Shredded Potatoes	85g	32.8	71	16.5	—	—	—	2.4

Potato Pancakes, Potato vs Golden Steak Fries French Fried Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Potato Pancakes Food 1 Food 1 • PEAK HEALTH CARE PRODUCTS, INC. Potato Pancakes	59g	26.8	334	27.1	1.7	3.4	23.7	4.2
Golden Steak... Food 2 Food 2 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Golden Steak Fries French Fried Potatoes	84g	30.6	107	16.7	1.2	1.2	3.6	2.4

Shredded Hashbrowns vs Organic Cottage Fries

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Shredded Has... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Shredded Hashbrowns	85g	27.8	71	17.7	1.2	1.2	—	2.4
Organic Cott... Food 2 Food 2 • SNO PAC FOODS, INC. Organic Cottage Fries	85g	27.8	82	17.7	—	1.2	0.6	2.4

Homestyle Potato Pancakes, Homestyle Potato vs Country Style Shredded Hash Brown Potatoes, Country Style

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Homestyle Po... Food 1 Food 1 • RAFAEL PADILLA & CIA S. EN C. Homestyle Potato Pancakes	57g	19.7	140	21.1	5.3	3.5	5.3	3.5
Country Styl... Food 2 Food 2 • HY-VEE, INC. Country Style Shredded Hash Brown Potatoes	85g	29.8	94	20.0	—	2.4	—	2.4

Hash Brown Patties Lightly Seasoned Chopped Potatoes, Hash Brown Patties vs Cauliflower Veggie Tots, Cauliflower

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hash Brown P... Food 1 Food 1 • SAFEWAY, INC. Hash Brown Patties Lightly Seasoned Chopped Potatoes	64g	25.4	219	23.4	1.6	3.1	12.5	3.1
Cauliflower ... Food 2 Food 2 • PRICE CHOPPER SUPERMARKETS Cauliflower Veggie Tots	85g	17.6	141	12.9	1.2	2.4	9.4	2.4

Organic Hash Brown Shredded Potatoes vs Home Style Hash Browns

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Hash... Food 1 Food 1 • MEIJER, INC. Organic Hash Brown Shredded Potatoes	84g	30.8	83	17.9	1.2	2.4	—	2.4
Home Style H... Food 2 Food 2 • BOB EVANS FARMS INC Home Style Hash Browns	85g	30.4	82	17.7	—	2.4	—	2.4

Cauliflower Veggie Tots, Cauliflower vs Yukon Select Fries With A Touch Of Sea Salt

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cauliflower ... Food 1 Food 1 • PRICE CHOPPER SUPERMARKETS Cauliflower Veggie Tots	85g	17.6	141	12.9	1.2	2.4	9.4	2.4
Yukon Select... Food 2 Food 2 • LAMB WESTON SALES, INC. Yukon Select Fries With A Touch Of Sea Salt	84g	29.6	143	21.4	—	3.6	4.8	2.4

Potatoes O'brien With Onions & Peppers, Onions & Peppers vs Kroger, Natural Cut Potato Wedges

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Potatoes O'b... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Potatoes O'brien With Onions & Peppers, Onions & Peppers	85g	23.8	71	15.3	1.2	1.2	—	2.4
Kroger, Natu... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Kroger, Natural Cut Potato Wedges	85g	29.6	129	20.0	—	2.4	3.5	2.4

Shredded Hashbrowns vs Yukon Select Organic Fries, Yukon Select

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Shredded Has... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Shredded Hashbrowns	85g	27.8	71	17.7	1.2	1.2	—	2.4
Yukon Select... Food 2 Food 2 • LAMB WESTON SALES, INC. Yukon Select Organic Fries	84g	35.2	143	21.4	—	3.6	4.8	2.4

Southern Style O'brien Hash Browns With Onions & Peppers, Southern Style O'brien With Onions & Peppers vs Golden Fries Frozen French Fried Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Southern Sty... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Southern Style O'brien Hash Browns With Onions & Peppers, Southern Style O'brien With Onions & Peppers	85g	23.8	59	15.3	1.2	1.2	—	2.4
Golden Fries... Food 2 Food 2 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Golden Fries Frozen French Fried Potatoes	84g	30.6	107	16.7	1.2	1.2	4.8	2.4

Hashbrown Potato Patties, Hashbrown Potato vs Original French Fried Onions

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hashbrown Po... Food 1 Food 1 • MURRY'S, INC. Hashbrown Potato Patties	64g	25.4	219	23.4	1.6	3.1	12.5	3.1
Original Fre... Food 2 Food 2 • PUBLIX SUPER MARKETS, INC. Original French Fried Onions	7g	5.4	571	42.9	—	—	42.9	14.3

Karoflane Placki Potato Pancakes, Karoflane Placki vs Thai Inspired Basil Chili Roasted Seasoned Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Karoflane Pl... Food 1 Food 1 • KOWALSKI COMPANIES INC. Karoflane Placki Potato Pancakes	57g	19.8	88	19.3	1.8	1.8	1.1	3.5
Thai Inspire... Food 2 Food 2 • LAMB WESTON SALES, INC. Thai Inspired Basil Chili Roasted Seasoned Potatoes	84g	35.4	107	20.2	1.2	2.4	2.4	2.4

Gluten Free Seasoned Shredded Potatoes Mini Tater Tots, Seasoned Shredded Potatoes vs Organic Red Potato Steak Cut Fries

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Gluten Free ... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Gluten Free Seasoned Shredded Potatoes Mini Tater Tots, Seasoned Shredded Potatoes	87g	25.6	172	16.1	1.2	1.1	10.3	2.3
Organic Red ... Food 2 Food 2 • TAYLOR FRESH FOODS, INC. Organic Red Potato Steak Cut Fries	85g	29.5	129	20.0	—	2.4	4.1	3.5

Homestyle Potato Pancakes, Homestyle Potato vs Kroger, Seasoned Hash Brown Patties Shredded Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Homestyle Po... Food 1 Food 1 • RAFAEL PADILLA & CIA S. EN C. Homestyle Potato Pancakes	57g	19.7	140	21.1	5.3	3.5	5.3	3.5
Kroger, Seas... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Kroger, Seasoned Hash Brown Patties Shredded Potatoes	63g	40.4	206	23.8	—	3.2	11.1	1.6

Shredded Hash Brown Potatoes vs Steak Fries French Fried Potatoes, Steak Fries

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Shredded Has... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Shredded Hash Brown Potatoes	85g	27.8	71	17.7	1.2	1.2	—	2.4
Steak Fries ... Food 2 Food 2 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Steak Fries French Fried Potatoes	85g	34.9	106	20.0	—	2.4	2.4	2.4

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