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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Carrot (Frozen) vs Chicken Egg Liquid (Pasteurized, Frozen)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Carrot (Frozen) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Carrot (Frozen)	9.4	37	7.9	4.2	3.2	0.5	0.8
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg Liquid (Pasteurized, Frozen)	1.8	150	0.9	—	—	10.3	12.3

Turkey Sausage vs Almond (Dry, Roasted)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Turkey Sausage Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Turkey Sausage	1.8	169	0.9	—	—	10.4	16.7
Almond (Dry,... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Almond (Dry, Roasted)	9.1	620	16.2	4.2	11.0	57.8	20.4

Mustard (Prepared) vs Green Bean (Canned)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mustard (Pre... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Mustard (Prepared)	2.0	61	5.3	1.4	4.3	3.4	4.3
Green Bean (... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Green Bean (Canned)	8.2	21	4.1	1.3	—	0.4	1.0

Cow Whole Milk 3.5% Fat (Vitamin D Fortified) vs Dill Pickle

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cow Whole Mi... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Cow Whole Milk 3.5% Fat (Vitamin D Fortified)	9.2	60	4.6	4.8	—	3.2	3.3
Dill Pickle Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Dill Pickle	2.0	12	2.0	1.3	1.0	0.4	0.5

Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw) vs Chicken Egg Liquid (Pasteurized, Frozen)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Romaine Lett... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw)	2.9	17	3.2	1.2	1.8	0.3	1.2
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg Liquid (Pasteurized, Frozen)	1.8	150	0.9	—	—	10.3	12.3

Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw) vs Almond (Dry, Roasted)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Romaine Lett... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw)	2.9	17	3.2	1.2	1.8	0.3	1.2
Almond (Dry,... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Almond (Dry, Roasted)	9.1	620	16.2	4.2	11.0	57.8	20.4

Ham (Sliced, Cooked) vs Ham (Sliced, Cooked)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ham (Sliced,... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Ham (Sliced, Cooked)	4.5	121	2.4	2.2	—	3.7	19.6
Ham (Sliced,... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Ham (Sliced, Cooked)	0.5	106	0.3	—	—	3.7	16.7

Beef Frankfurter vs Carrot (Frozen)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beef Frankfu... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Beef Frankfurter	5.4	314	2.9	1.3	—	28.0	11.7
Carrot (Frozen) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Carrot (Frozen)	9.4	37	7.9	4.2	3.2	0.5	0.8

Chorizo vs Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chorizo Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chorizo	4.8	346	2.6	—	—	28.1	19.3
Lowfat Cow M... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added)	10.3	43	5.2	5.0	—	1.0	3.4

Kale (Frozen) vs Salsa

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kale (Frozen) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Kale (Frozen)	10.5	36	5.3	1.1	—	1.2	2.9
Salsa Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Salsa	9.9	29	6.7	3.8	1.8	0.2	1.4

Salsa vs Chicken Egg White

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Salsa Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Salsa	9.9	29	6.7	3.8	1.8	0.2	1.4
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg White	4.6	55	2.4	—	—	—	10.7

Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw) vs Chicken Egg Yolk (Frozen)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Romaine Lett... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw)	2.9	17	3.2	1.2	1.8	0.3	1.2
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg Yolk (Frozen)	1.1	296	0.6	—	—	25.1	15.6

Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added) vs Mustard (Prepared)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lowfat Cow M... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added)	10.3	43	5.2	5.0	—	1.0	3.4
Mustard (Pre... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Mustard (Prepared)	2.0	61	5.3	1.4	4.3	3.4	4.3

Dill Pickle vs Swiss Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dill Pickle Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Dill Pickle	2.0	12	2.0	1.3	1.0	0.4	0.5
Swiss Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Swiss Cheese	2.6	393	1.4	—	—	31.0	27.0

Pasteurized Process Cheese Food vs Dill Pickle

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pasteurized ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Pasteurized Process Cheese Food	9.7	366	5.3	2.6	—	30.6	18.0
Dill Pickle Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Dill Pickle	2.0	12	2.0	1.3	1.0	0.4	0.5

Skim Milk (Pasteurized, Vitamin A And D Fortified) vs Coconut Oil

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Skim Milk (P... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Skim Milk (Pasteurized, Vitamin A And D Fortified)	9.8	34	4.9	5.1	—	0.1	3.4
Coconut Oil Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Coconut Oil	1.4	833	0.8	—	—	99.1	—

Beef Frankfurter vs Broccoli Floret (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beef Frankfu... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Beef Frankfurter	5.4	314	2.9	1.3	—	28.0	11.7
Broccoli Flo... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Broccoli Floret (Raw)	7.7	31	6.3	1.4	2.4	0.3	2.6

Chorizo vs Chicken Egg (Shell Off, Solids, Dried)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chorizo Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chorizo	4.8	346	2.6	—	—	28.1	19.3
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg (Shell Off, Solids, Dried)	3.2	575	1.9	—	—	39.8	48.1

Tuna (White, Solid Pack, Canned In Water) vs Chicken Egg Yolk (Dried)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tuna (White,... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Tuna (White, Solid Pack, Canned In Water)	0.2	90	0.1	—	—	0.9	19.0
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg Yolk (Dried)	1.8	654	1.1	—	—	55.5	34.2

Green Bean (Canned) vs Swiss Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Green Bean (... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Green Bean (Canned)	8.2	21	4.1	1.3	—	0.4	1.0
Swiss Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Swiss Cheese	2.6	393	1.4	—	—	31.0	27.0

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