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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Ham (Sliced, Cooked) vs Chorizo

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
Chorizo Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chorizo	4.8	346	2.6	—	—	28.1	19.3

Chorizo vs Queso Blanco Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chorizo Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chorizo	4.8	346	2.6	—	—	28.1	19.3
Queso Blanco... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Queso Blanco Cheese	3.8	326	2.1	0.4	—	24.3	24.5

Green Bean (Canned) vs Bacon (Whole Cut Or Pieces)

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
Bacon (Whole... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Bacon (Whole Cut Or Pieces)	3.6	500	2.1	3.1	—	36.5	40.9

Chicken Egg Yolk (Frozen) vs Beef Sausage

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Egg ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chicken Egg Yolk (Frozen)	1.1	296	0.6	—	—	25.1	15.6
Beef Sausage Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Beef Sausage	6.3	328	3.4	1.0	—	28.7	13.3

Beef Sausage vs Chicken Egg Yolk (Dried)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beef Sausage Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Beef Sausage	6.3	328	3.4	1.0	—	28.7	13.3
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg Yolk (Dried)	1.8	654	1.1	—	—	55.5	34.2

Pork Sausage (Oven Cooked) vs Bacon (Whole Cut Or Pieces)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pork Sausage... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Pork Sausage (Oven Cooked)	4.0	322	2.2	1.5	—	26.2	18.2
Bacon (Whole... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Bacon (Whole Cut Or Pieces)	3.6	500	2.1	3.1	—	36.5	40.9

Almond (Dry, Roasted) vs Chicken Egg Liquid (Pasteurized, Frozen)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Almond (Dry,... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Almond (Dry, Roasted)	9.1	620	16.2	4.2	11.0	57.8	20.4
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg Liquid (Pasteurized, Frozen)	1.8	150	0.9	—	—	10.3	12.3

Olive (Stuffed With Pimiento) vs Chorizo

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Olive (Stuff... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Olive (Stuffed With Pimiento)	1.9	130	5.0	—	4.0	12.9	1.2
Chorizo Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chorizo	4.8	346	2.6	—	—	28.1	19.3

Greek Yogurt vs Dill Pickle

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Greek Yogurt Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Greek Yogurt	7.1	61	3.6	3.3	—	0.4	10.3
Dill Pickle Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Dill Pickle	2.0	12	2.0	1.3	1.0	0.4	0.5

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

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
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

Tuna (White, Solid Pack, Canned In Water) vs Mustard (Prepared)

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
Mustard (Pre... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Mustard (Prepared)	2.0	61	5.3	1.4	4.3	3.4	4.3

Chicken Egg Yolk (Dried) vs Dill Pickle

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Egg ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chicken Egg Yolk (Dried)	1.8	654	1.1	—	—	55.5	34.2
Dill Pickle Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Dill Pickle	2.0	12	2.0	1.3	1.0	0.4	0.5

Pork Sausage (Oven Cooked) vs Swiss Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pork Sausage... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Pork Sausage (Oven Cooked)	4.0	322	2.2	1.5	—	26.2	18.2
Swiss Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Swiss Cheese	2.6	393	1.4	—	—	31.0	27.0

Cow Whole Milk 3.5% Fat (Vitamin D Fortified) vs Ham (Sliced, Cooked)

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
Ham (Sliced,... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Ham (Sliced, Cooked)	0.5	106	0.3	—	—	3.7	16.7

Kale Leaf (Raw) vs Lowfat Cow Milk (2%, Fortified, Pasteurized)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kale Leaf (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Kale Leaf (Raw)	0.6	35	4.4	0.8	4.1	1.5	2.9
Lowfat Cow M... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Lowfat Cow Milk (2%, Fortified, Pasteurized)	9.7	50	4.9	4.9	—	1.9	3.4

Mozzarella Cheese Low Moisture Part Skim vs Turkey Sausage

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mozzarella C... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Mozzarella Cheese Low Moisture Part Skim	8.2	298	4.4	1.8	—	20.4	23.7
Turkey Sausage Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Turkey Sausage	1.8	169	0.9	—	—	10.4	16.7

Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added) vs Kale Leaf (Raw)

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
Kale Leaf (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Kale Leaf (Raw)	0.6	35	4.4	0.8	4.1	1.5	2.9

Kale Leaf (Raw) vs Swiss Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kale Leaf (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Kale Leaf (Raw)	0.6	35	4.4	0.8	4.1	1.5	2.9
Swiss Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Swiss Cheese	2.6	393	1.4	—	—	31.0	27.0

Broccoli Floret (Raw) vs Chicken Egg White

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Broccoli Flo... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Broccoli Floret (Raw)	7.7	31	6.3	1.4	2.4	0.3	2.6
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg White	4.6	55	2.4	—	—	—	10.7

Bacon (Whole Cut Or Pieces) vs Beef Sausage

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bacon (Whole... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Bacon (Whole Cut Or Pieces)	3.6	500	2.1	3.1	—	36.5	40.9
Beef Sausage Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Beef Sausage	6.3	328	3.4	1.0	—	28.7	13.3

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