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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Wild Sockeye Salmon vs Homestyle Sweet Gefilte Fish

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wild Sockeye... Food 1 Food 1 • E&E FOODS, INC. Wild Sockeye Salmon	113g	13.5	133	7.1	—	—	4.4	21.2
Homestyle Sw... Food 2 Food 2 • A & B FAMOUS GEFILTE FISH, INC. Homestyle Sweet Gefilte Fish	100g	23.3	150	12.0	5.0	—	6.0	11.0

Peeled & Deveined Tail Off Wild Caught Argentinian Cooked Red Shrimp vs Calamari Rings

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peeled & Dev... Food 1 Food 1 • LINNANE & COMPANY Peeled & Deveined Tail Off Wild Caught Argentinian Cooked Red Shrimp	100g	0.4	86	0.2	—	—	1.0	20.0
Calamari Rings Food 2 Food 2 • PANAPESCA USA CORP. Calamari Rings	100g	2.0	40	1.0	—	—	0.7	9.0

Pure Ultra Fresh Shrimp vs Maine Lobster

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pure Ultra F... Food 1 Food 1 • SEA FARMS, INC. Pure Ultra Fresh Shrimp	85g	1.9	71	1.2	—	—	0.6	15.3
Maine Lobster Food 2 Food 2 • FOOD TRADITIONS & TECHNOLOGIES INC. Maine Lobster	118g	9.5	220	4.2	2.5	—	16.1	13.6

Raw Peeled & Deveined Tail Off Shrimp vs Panapesca, Seafood Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Raw Peeled &... Food 1 Food 1 • CRYSTAL COVE SEAFOOD CORP. Raw Peeled & Deveined Tail Off Shrimp	85g	1.9	106	1.2	—	—	1.2	20.0
Panapesca, S... Food 2 Food 2 • PANAPESCA USA CORP. Panapesca, Seafood Mix	100g	3.9	91	2.0	—	—	1.0	15.0

21/25 Raw E Z Peel Shrimp vs Atlantic White Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
21/25 Raw E ... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. 21/25 Raw E Z Peel Shrimp	113g	3.8	124	1.8	—	—	1.8	24.8
Atlantic Whi... Food 2 Food 2 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Atlantic White Shrimp	112g	1.9	80	0.9	—	—	0.5	19.6

Specialty, Wild Caught Jumbo Sea Scallops vs Ipa Beer Battered Cod Bites

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Specialty, W... Food 1 Food 1 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Specialty, Wild Caught Jumbo Sea Scallops	113g	5.1	80	2.7	—	—	0.4	16.8
Ipa Beer Bat... Food 2 Food 2 • GORTON'S OF GLOUCESTER Ipa Beer Battered Cod Bites	85g	28.7	259	18.8	3.5	1.2	16.5	9.4

Ez Peel & Deveined, Tail On X Large Cooked Shrimp vs Squid Tube + Tentacle

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ez Peel & De... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Ez Peel & Deveined, Tail On X Large Cooked Shrimp	84g	4.6	83	2.4	—	—	1.8	14.3
Squid Tube +... Food 2 Food 2 • OCEAN TOUCH CORPORATION Squid Tube + Tentacle	112g	5.8	98	2.7	—	—	1.8	15.2

Northern Wind, Sea Scallops vs Organic Pei Mussels

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Northern Win... Food 1 Food 1 • NORTHERN WIND, INC. Northern Wind, Sea Scallops	113g	3.9	62	1.8	1.8	—	0.9	12.4
Organic Pei ... Food 2 Food 2 • MUSSEL KING Organic Pei Mussels	454g	11.8	40	1.3	1.1	—	0.9	6.0

Tail On, Peeled & Deveined Jumbo Cooked Shrimp vs Seasoned Grill Wild Salmon Fillets, Seasoned Grill

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
Seasoned Gri... Food 2 Food 2 • MOREY'S SEAFOOD INTERNATIONAL Seasoned Grill Wild Salmon Fillets	142g	5.7	141	3.5	—	1.4	5.6	19.0

Chef's Catch vs Peeled & Deveined Tail On Raw Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chef's Catch Food 1 Food 1 • NORTH COAST SEA-FOODS CORP. Chef's Catch	113g	1.9	93	0.9	—	—	0.9	20.4
Peeled & Dev... Food 2 Food 2 • SAFEWAY, INC. Peeled & Deveined Tail On Raw Shrimp	113g	7.8	62	4.4	—	0.9	—	9.7

Aqua Star, Seafood Medley vs Cooked Mussel Meat

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Aqua Star, S... Food 1 Food 1 • AQUA STAR, INC. Aqua Star, Seafood Medley	113g	2.0	53	0.9	—	—	0.4	10.6
Cooked Musse... Food 2 Food 2 • LINNANE & COMPANY Cooked Mussel Meat	100g	3.9	90	2.0	2.0	—	3.0	15.0

Mussel Meats vs Scallops

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mussel Meats Food 1 Food 1 • RAW SEAFOODS, INC. Mussel Meats	113g	7.8	88	3.5	—	—	2.2	11.5
Scallops Food 2 Food 2 • HY-VEE, INC. Scallops	113g	1.9	71	0.9	—	—	0.9	15.0

Sweet, Tender & Deliciously Versatile Scallops vs Fresh Frozen Vannamei White Shrimp Iqf

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sweet, Tende... Food 1 Food 1 • ODYSSEY ENTERPRISES INC. Sweet, Tender & Deliciously Versatile Scallops	112g	7.8	71	3.6	—	—	0.5	12.5
Fresh Frozen... Food 2 Food 2 • OCEAN KING INTERNATIONAL, LLC Fresh Frozen Vannamei White Shrimp Iqf	112g	1.9	107	0.9	—	—	1.8	20.5

Cajun Style Grilled Fish Fillets, Cajun Style vs Ez Peel, Shell & Tail On Extra Jumbo Raw Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cajun Style ... Food 1 Food 1 • GORTON'S OF GLOUCESTER Cajun Style Grilled Fish Fillets	105g	1.9	86	1.0	—	—	2.4	14.3
Ez Peel, She... Food 2 Food 2 • SAFEWAY, INC. Ez Peel, Shell & Tail On Extra Jumbo Raw Shrimp	113g	6.9	62	4.4	—	0.9	—	11.5

Colossal Raw Shrimp vs Giant Calamari Steaks

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Colossal Raw... Food 1 Food 1 • ALDI INC. Colossal Raw Shrimp	85g	1.9	118	1.2	—	—	2.4	25.9
Giant Calama... Food 2 Food 2 • PACIFIC MARKETING GROUP INC. Giant Calamari Steaks	113g	5.8	88	2.7	—	—	1.3	15.9

Rice & Spaghetti Seafood Mix vs Vannamei Raw Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Rice & Spagh... Food 1 Food 1 • PANAPESCA USA CORP. Rice & Spaghetti Seafood Mix	100g	2.0	52	1.0	—	—	0.5	11.0
Vannamei Raw... Food 2 Food 2 • PACIFIC AMERICAN FISH CO.,INC. Vannamei Raw Shrimp	113g	1.9	106	0.9	—	—	1.8	20.4

Salmon With Garlicky Black Pepper & Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlicky Black Pepper & Extra Virgin Olive Oil vs Extra Large Cooked Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Salmon With ... Food 1 Food 1 • BUMBLE BEE FOODS, LLC Salmon With Garlicky Black Pepper & Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlicky Black Pepper & Extra Virgin Olive Oil	116g	1.9	121	0.9	—	—	3.9	19.8
Extra Large ... Food 2 Food 2 • AHOLD USA, INC. Extra Large Cooked Shrimp	85g	1.9	118	1.2	—	—	—	25.9

Peeled, Deveined, Tail Off Raw Shrimp vs Uncooked White Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peeled, Deve... Food 1 Food 1 • PACIFIC MARKETING GROUP INC. Peeled, Deveined, Tail Off Raw Shrimp	113g	1.9	71	0.9	—	—	0.9	13.3
Uncooked Whi... Food 2 Food 2 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Uncooked White Shrimp	113g	1.9	71	0.9	—	—	—	16.8

Cooked Mussel Meat vs Blanched Octopus Tentacles

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cooked Musse... Food 1 Food 1 • LINNANE & COMPANY Cooked Mussel Meat	100g	3.9	90	2.0	2.0	—	3.0	15.0
Blanched Oct... Food 2 Food 2 • PANAPESCA USA CORP. Blanched Octopus Tentacles	85g	8.8	165	4.7	—	—	2.4	29.4

Sole Seasoned Grill Fillets vs Petite Patagonian Scallops

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sole Seasone... Food 1 Food 1 • MOREY'S SEAFOOD INTERNATIONAL Sole Seasoned Grill Fillets	142g	1.9	141	1.4	—	0.7	9.9	10.6
Petite Patag... Food 2 Food 2 • SAFEWAY, INC. Petite Patagonian Scallops	110g	3.9	82	1.8	—	—	—	17.3

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