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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Murry's, Hot Italian Sausage vs Premium Cooked Italian Sausage

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Murry's, Hot... Food 1 Food 1 • MURRY'S, INC. Murry's, Hot Italian Sausage	78g	3.8	244	2.6	—	—	18.0	16.7
Premium Cook... Food 2 Food 2 • DEVANCO FOODS INC. Premium Cooked Italian Sausage	91g	7.4	275	4.4	—	—	18.7	23.1

Italian Premium Cooked Sausage Topping, Italian vs Spicy Turkey Hot Links, Spicy

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Italian Prem... Food 1 Food 1 • SMART & FINAL IRIS CORPORATION Italian Premium Cooked Sausage Topping	56g	1.9	286	3.6	1.8	1.8	23.2	16.1
Spicy Turkey... Food 2 Food 2 • C.K.F. FOODS, INC. Spicy Turkey Hot Links	79g	3.8	127	2.5	1.3	—	3.8	20.3

Murry's, Hot Italian Sausage vs Wellshire, Heat N Eat Well, Pork Maple Sausage Links

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Murry's, Hot... Food 1 Food 1 • MURRY'S, INC. Murry's, Hot Italian Sausage	78g	3.8	244	2.6	—	—	18.0	16.7
Wellshire, H... Food 2 Food 2 • SUMAC TECHNOLOGIES ENTERPRISE INC Wellshire, Heat N Eat Well, Pork Maple Sausage Links	56g	7.6	214	7.1	5.4	—	12.5	16.1

Wellshire, Fully Cooked Turkey Maple Sausage Skinless Links vs Pork & Sage Mini Sliders Patties, Pork & Sage

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wellshire, F... Food 1 Food 1 • WELLSHIRE FARMS, INC. Wellshire, Fully Cooked Turkey Maple Sausage Skinless Links	28g	3.8	214	7.1	3.6	—	12.5	17.9
Pork & Sage ... Food 2 Food 2 • TRIBALÍ FOODS, INC. Pork & Sage Mini Sliders Patties	68g	1.9	279	1.5	—	—	23.5	14.7

Mild Italian Sausage Slices, Mild Italian vs Pork & Sage Mini Sliders Patties, Pork & Sage

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mild Italian... Food 1 Food 1 • JOHNSONVILLE SAUSAGE, L.L.C. Mild Italian Sausage Slices	56g	6.6	357	3.6	1.8	—	30.4	16.1
Pork & Sage ... Food 2 Food 2 • TRIBALÍ FOODS, INC. Pork & Sage Mini Sliders Patties	68g	1.9	279	1.5	—	—	23.5	14.7

Country Style Pork Sausage Patties vs Traditional Turkey Sausage, Traditional

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Country Styl... Food 1 Food 1 • WILLIAMS SAUSAGE COMPANY, INC. Country Style Pork Sausage Patties	44g	1.8	364	2.3	—	—	25.0	31.8
Traditional ... Food 2 Food 2 • PITMAN FARMS INC. Traditional Turkey Sausage	70g	0.0	200	1.4	—	1.4	15.7	15.7

Hot & Sweet Italian Sausage Links vs Sliced Chicken Sausage

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hot & Sweet ... Food 1 Food 1 • CLEMENS FOOD GROUP, LLC Hot & Sweet Italian Sausage Links	66g	5.6	273	4.6	3.0	—	21.2	18.2
Sliced Chick... Food 2 Food 2 • GNP COMPANY Sliced Chicken Sausage	84g	4.5	179	2.4	1.2	—	9.5	20.2

Sauerkraut Bratwurst vs Chicken Bratwurst, Tomato Basil

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sauerkraut B... Food 1 Food 1 • STONE RIDGE MEAT & COUNTRY MARKET, INC Sauerkraut Bratwurst	113g	1.9	212	0.9	—	—	15.0	16.8
Chicken Brat... Food 2 Food 2 • STONE RIDGE MEAT & COUNTRY MARKET, INC Chicken Bratwurst, Tomato Basil	113g	1.9	142	0.9	—	—	8.0	16.8

Sauerkraut Bratwurst vs Moroccan Recipe Lamb & Fig Sausage

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sauerkraut B... Food 1 Food 1 • STONE RIDGE MEAT & COUNTRY MARKET, INC Sauerkraut Bratwurst	113g	1.9	212	0.9	—	—	15.0	16.8
Moroccan Rec... Food 2 Food 2 • MOZIAN & ASSOCIATES, INC. Moroccan Recipe Lamb & Fig Sausage	112g	1.9	304	1.8	—	0.9	22.3	17.9

Cerveza Xx Dos Equis Bratwurst vs Chipotle And Cheddar Sausage

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cerveza Xx D... Food 1 Food 1 • SMITHFIELD FARMLAND CORP. Cerveza Xx Dos Equis Bratwurst	82g	5.6	317	3.7	1.2	—	25.6	17.1
Chipotle And... Food 2 Food 2 • RANDOLPH PACKING COMPANY Chipotle And Cheddar Sausage	151g	14.9	272	6.0	0.7	0.7	19.9	15.9

Original Fully Cooked Pork Sausage Patties, Original vs Cumberland" Pork Bangers, Cumberland"

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Ful... Food 1 Food 1 • THE HILLSHIRE BRANDS COMPANY Original Fully Cooked Pork Sausage Patties	70g	5.5	457	4.3	1.4	—	44.3	12.9
Cumberland" ... Food 2 Food 2 • DEL VECCHIO FOODS, INC. Cumberland" Pork Bangers	76g	5.7	189	4.0	—	—	11.8	17.1

Hormel, Bacon & Pork Sausage, Maple Black Pepper, Maple Black Pepper vs Breakfast Sausage Links, Maple

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hormel, Baco... Food 1 Food 1 • HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION Hormel, Bacon & Pork Sausage, Maple Black Pepper, Maple Black Pepper	53g	3.7	377	3.8	3.8	—	30.2	20.8
Breakfast Sa... Food 2 Food 2 • FOOD TOWN STORES INC. Breakfast Sausage Links, Maple	55g	3.7	309	3.6	1.8	—	27.3	14.6

Uncured Turkey Franks vs Banger

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Uncured Turk... Food 1 Food 1 • SHELTON POULTRY INC. Uncured Turkey Franks	34g	1.9	176	2.9	—	—	13.2	11.8
Banger Food 2 Food 2 • BUTCHER & THE BOAR Banger	85g	3.7	306	2.4	1.2	—	27.1	12.9

Breakfast Sausage Links, Maple vs Hot & Sweet Italian Sausage Links

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Breakfast Sa... Food 1 Food 1 • FOOD TOWN STORES INC. Breakfast Sausage Links, Maple	55g	3.7	309	3.6	1.8	—	27.3	14.6
Hot & Sweet ... Food 2 Food 2 • CLEMENS FOOD GROUP, LLC Hot & Sweet Italian Sausage Links	66g	5.6	273	4.6	3.0	—	21.2	18.2

Wellshire, Fully Cooked Turkey Maple Sausage Skinless Links vs Chorizo Sausage

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wellshire, F... Food 1 Food 1 • WELLSHIRE FARMS, INC. Wellshire, Fully Cooked Turkey Maple Sausage Skinless Links	28g	3.8	214	7.1	3.6	—	12.5	17.9
Chorizo Sausage Food 2 Food 2 • MOZIAN & ASSOCIATES, INC. Chorizo Sausage	112g	1.8	286	1.8	—	0.9	20.5	22.3

Wellshire, Fully Cooked Turkey Maple Sausage Skinless Links vs Kroger, Turkey Sausage Patties

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wellshire, F... Food 1 Food 1 • WELLSHIRE FARMS, INC. Wellshire, Fully Cooked Turkey Maple Sausage Skinless Links	28g	3.8	214	7.1	3.6	—	12.5	17.9
Kroger, Turk... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Kroger, Turkey Sausage Patties	51g	1.9	157	2.0	2.0	—	9.8	15.7

All Natural Preservative Free Sausage Links vs Country Style Pork Sausage Patties

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
All Natural ... Food 1 Food 1 • SWAGGERTY SAUSAGE CO. All Natural Preservative Free Sausage Links	45g	1.8	444	2.2	—	—	40.0	15.6
Country Styl... Food 2 Food 2 • WILLIAMS SAUSAGE COMPANY, INC. Country Style Pork Sausage Patties	44g	1.8	364	2.3	—	—	25.0	31.8

Traditional Turkey Sausage, Traditional vs Deliciously Spicy German Brand Smoked Sausage

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Traditional ... Food 1 Food 1 • PITMAN FARMS INC. Traditional Turkey Sausage	70g	0.0	200	1.4	—	1.4	15.7	15.7
Deliciously ... Food 2 Food 2 • HOME MARKET FOODS, INC. Deliciously Spicy German Brand Smoked Sausage	151g	3.7	318	1.3	1.3	—	26.5	11.9

Traditional Pork Sausage Links, Traditional vs Chicken Apple Sausage, Chicken Apple

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Traditional ... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Traditional Pork Sausage Links	45g	1.8	400	2.2	—	—	37.8	11.1
Chicken Appl... Food 2 Food 2 • SIMPLY SAUSAGE, INC. Chicken Apple Sausage	86g	8.0	123	4.8	4.1	0.6	3.6	17.3

Chorizo Sausage vs Premium Cooked Italian Sausage, Mild

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chorizo Sausage Food 1 Food 1 • MOZIAN & ASSOCIATES, INC. Chorizo Sausage	112g	1.8	286	1.8	—	0.9	20.5	22.3
Premium Cook... Food 2 Food 2 • DEVANCO FOODS INC. Premium Cooked Italian Sausage, Mild	91g	7.4	275	4.4	—	—	18.7	23.1

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