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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Savory Shrimp Scampi vs Wild Caught Clam Meat

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Savory Shrim... Food 1 Food 1 • ODYSSEY ENTERPRISES INC. Savory Shrimp Scampi	142g	13.6	125	5.6	—	0.7	5.6	12.0
Wild Caught ... Food 2 Food 2 • TAI FOONG USA, INC. Wild Caught Clam Meat	85g	7.6	153	4.7	—	—	1.8	25.9

Tail On, Peeled & Deveined Jumbo Cooked Shrimp vs Wild Caught Sea Scallops

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tail On, Pee... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES Tail On, Peeled & Deveined Jumbo Cooked Shrimp	84g	2.3	71	1.2	—	—	—	14.3
Wild Caught ... Food 2 Food 2 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Wild Caught Sea Scallops	113g	7.8	71	3.5	—	—	0.4	12.4

Ipa Beer Battered Cod Bites vs Wild Texas Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ipa Beer Bat... Food 1 Food 1 • GORTON'S OF GLOUCESTER Ipa Beer Battered Cod Bites	85g	28.7	259	18.8	3.5	1.2	16.5	9.4
Wild Texas S... Food 2 Food 2 • PHILLY SEAFOOD COMPANY Wild Texas Shrimp	113g	1.9	106	0.9	—	—	1.8	20.4

Garlic Butter Mussels vs Big Easy Foods, Gulf Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Garlic Butte... Food 1 Food 1 • FISHIN' COMPANY Garlic Butter Mussels	113g	15.1	173	7.1	—	—	6.2	23.9
Big Easy Foo... Food 2 Food 2 • BIG EASY FOODS OF LOUISIANA, LLC Big Easy Foods, Gulf Shrimp	112g	1.9	107	0.9	—	—	1.8	20.5

Panapesca Clam Meat, 10.6 Oz vs Shell & Tail On Wild Caught Extra Jumbo Raw Gulf Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Panapesca Cl... Food 1 Food 1 • PANAPESCA USA CORP. Panapesca Clam Meat, 10.6 Oz	50g	11.4	178	6.0	—	—	2.0	24.0
Shell & Tail... Food 2 Food 2 • SAFEWAY, INC. Shell & Tail On Wild Caught Extra Jumbo Raw Gulf Shrimp	113g	1.7	106	0.9	—	—	1.8	20.4

Wild Caught Peeled & Deveined Raw Shrimp, Wild Caught vs Wild Caught Skin On Pacific Whiting Fillets

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wild Caught ... Food 1 Food 1 • DEL PACIFICO SEAFOODS LLC Wild Caught Peeled & Deveined Raw Shrimp	113g	1.9	106	0.9	—	—	1.8	20.4
Wild Caught ... Food 2 Food 2 • FISHIN' COMPANY Wild Caught Skin On Pacific Whiting Fillets	113g	1.7	71	0.9	—	—	—	15.9

Raw Jumbo Sea Scallops vs Peeled & Deveined Raw Wild Caught Florida Key West Pink Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Raw Jumbo Se... Food 1 Food 1 • EASTERN FISHERIES, INC. Raw Jumbo Sea Scallops	113g	1.9	62	0.9	—	—	0.9	13.3
Peeled & Dev... Food 2 Food 2 • TRANS-GLOBAL PRODUCTS INC. Peeled & Deveined Raw Wild Caught Florida Key West Pink Shrimp	113g	1.7	71	0.9	12.4	—	0.9	13.3

Mussels In A Garlic Butter Sauce, Garlic Butter vs Wild Caught Sea Scallops

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mussels In A... Food 1 Food 1 • NEXT WAVE SEAFOOD, INC. Mussels In A Garlic Butter Sauce, Garlic Butter	140g	13.7	93	5.0	—	—	4.3	8.6
Wild Caught ... Food 2 Food 2 • AHOLD USA, INC. Wild Caught Sea Scallops	112g	5.8	89	2.7	2.7	—	0.9	17.0

Peeled & Deveined, Tail On Raw Shrimp vs Jim Beam, Bourbon Blackened Tilapia

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peeled & Dev... Food 1 Food 1 • SAFEWAY, INC. Peeled & Deveined, Tail On Raw Shrimp	113g	6.9	62	4.4	—	0.9	—	9.7
Jim Beam, Bo... Food 2 Food 2 • VITA FOOD PRODUCTS, INC. Jim Beam, Bourbon Blackened Tilapia	113g	1.9	106	1.8	—	0.9	2.2	20.4

Wild Caught North Atlantic Sea Scallops vs Wild Caught Argentinian Red Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wild Caught ... Food 1 Food 1 • EASTERN FISHERIES, INC. Wild Caught North Atlantic Sea Scallops	112g	10.4	98	5.4	—	—	0.9	16.1
Wild Caught ... Food 2 Food 2 • FORTUNE IMPORTS, LLC Wild Caught Argentinian Red Shrimp	110g	1.8	82	0.9	—	—	0.9	18.2

Tail Off, Peeled & Deveined Large Raw Shrimp vs Paul Piazza, Gulf Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tail Off, Pe... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES Tail Off, Peeled & Deveined Large Raw Shrimp	112g	1.7	62	0.9	—	—	0.5	13.4
Paul Piazza,... Food 2 Food 2 • PAUL PIAZZA & SON, INC. Paul Piazza, Gulf Shrimp	112g	1.9	107	0.9	—	—	1.8	20.5

Tail On, Peeled & Deveined Large Cooked Shrimp vs Premium Seafood Medley

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tail On, Pee... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES Tail On, Peeled & Deveined Large Cooked Shrimp	84g	2.3	71	1.2	—	—	—	14.3
Premium Seaf... Food 2 Food 2 • ORE-CAL CORPORATION Premium Seafood Medley	113g	5.4	97	2.7	—	0.2	1.8	15.9

L Peeled & Deveined Raw Shrimp vs Sea Apple, Squid Tube & Tentacle

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
L Peeled & D... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. L Peeled & Deveined Raw Shrimp	112g	2.0	54	0.9	—	—	0.5	11.6
Sea Apple, S... Food 2 Food 2 • OCEAN TOUCH CORPORATION Sea Apple, Squid Tube & Tentacle	112g	5.8	98	2.7	—	—	1.8	15.2

Salt & Pepper Calamari vs Raw Calamari, Cooked Mussels And Shrimp Seafood Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Salt & Peppe... Food 1 Food 1 • TAI FOONG USA, INC. Salt & Pepper Calamari	85g	24.6	294	15.3	1.2	—	22.4	9.4
Raw Calamari... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Raw Calamari, Cooked Mussels And Shrimp Seafood Mix	112g	9.6	116	4.5	—	—	2.2	17.9

North Atlantic Sea Scallops vs L Peeled & Deveined Raw Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
North Atlant... Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. North Atlantic Sea Scallops	112g	5.8	89	2.7	—	—	0.9	17.0
L Peeled & D... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. L Peeled & Deveined Raw Shrimp	112g	2.0	54	0.9	—	—	0.5	11.6

Sea Passion, Smoked Atlantic Salmon, Smokey, Smokey vs Maryland Style Crab Cakes, Maryland Style

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sea Passion,... Food 1 Food 1 • PACIFIC SEAFOOD WASHINGTON ACQUISTION CO., INC. Sea Passion, Smoked Atlantic Salmon, Smokey, Smokey	57g	6.7	158	3.5	—	—	7.0	19.3
Maryland Sty... Food 2 Food 2 • SHAW'S SOUTHERN BELLE FROZEN FOODS Maryland Style Crab Cakes	113g	19.2	168	9.7	0.9	0.9	8.9	11.5

All Natural Seafood Medley vs Peeled & Deveined, Tail On Colossal Raw Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
All Natural ... Food 1 Food 1 • BOBBY STIX-N-DANNY STONES All Natural Seafood Medley	113g	4.3	80	2.2	—	—	1.3	15.0
Peeled & Dev... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Peeled & Deveined, Tail On Colossal Raw Shrimp	112g	3.5	71	1.8	—	—	1.8	13.4

Shell On, Easy Peel Colossal Shrimp vs Neptune, Sea Scallops

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Shell On, Ea... Food 1 Food 1 • HARVEST FRESH CATFISH COMPANY, INC. Shell On, Easy Peel Colossal Shrimp	113g	3.8	124	1.8	—	—	1.8	24.8
Neptune, Sea... Food 2 Food 2 • RED CHAMBER CO Neptune, Sea Scallops	113g	5.8	88	2.7	—	—	0.9	16.8

Bacon Wrapped Scallops vs Seasoned Selections Shrimp Scampi

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bacon Wrappe... Food 1 Food 1 • LIPARI FOODS OPERATING COMPANY, LLC Bacon Wrapped Scallops	85g	5.7	188	3.5	1.2	—	10.6	15.3
Seasoned Sel... Food 2 Food 2 • BEAVER STREET FISHERIES Seasoned Selections Shrimp Scampi	113g	1.9	168	0.9	1.8	—	9.7	9.7

White Shrimp vs Calamari

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Shrimp Food 1 Food 1 • CINCINNATI SEAFOOD IMPORTS White Shrimp	112g	1.9	80	0.9	—	—	—	19.6
Calamari Food 2 Food 2 • PANAPESCA USA CORP. Calamari	112g	5.8	98	2.7	—	—	1.8	15.2

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