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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Herb Crystals, Mint vs Sauteed Glazed Onions

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Herb Crystal... Food 1 Food 1 • FRESH ORIGINS, LLC Herb Crystals, Mint	1g	2.0	500	100.0	100.0	—	—	—
Sauteed Glaz... Food 2 Food 2 • JAYCO SALES INTERNATIONAL, INC. Sauteed Glazed Onions	18g	5.7	333	16.7	5.6	—	33.3	—

Shami Kebab Masala Spice Mix vs Natural Sesame Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Shami Kebab ... Food 1 Food 1 • LAZIZA INTERNATIONAL Shami Kebab Masala Spice Mix	7g	3.8	357	57.1	—	28.6	14.3	14.3
Natural Sesa... Food 2 Food 2 • MI COSTENITA FOOD DIST. Natural Sesame Seeds	57g	11.8	523	21.1	—	10.5	7.2	5.3

Garlic Powder vs Raw & Organic Black Sesame Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Garlic Powder Food 1 Food 1 • STONEMILL Garlic Powder	3g	3.7	323	64.5	—	—	—	32.3
Raw & Organi... Food 2 Food 2 • BLUE MOUNTAIN ORGANICS LLC Raw & Organic Black Sesame Seeds	28g	7.1	579	25.0	—	10.7	50.0	17.9

Mediterranean Za'atar Condiment & Spread vs Milled Egusi

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mediterranea... Food 1 Food 1 • FAUX FUN, INC. Mediterranean Za'atar Condiment & Spread	27g	5.4	667	18.5	—	7.4	66.7	3.7
Milled Egusi Food 2 Food 2 • PRAISE EXPORT SERV. LTD. Milled Egusi	100g	24.4	560	14.0	—	—	49.0	28.0

Tomax, Spice Pouch For Tea Egg vs Crushed Red Pepper

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tomax, Spice... Food 1 Food 1 • BARTLESVILLE EXAMINER ENTERPRISE Tomax, Spice Pouch For Tea Egg	20g	28.6	300	40.0	—	25.0	5.0	20.0
Crushed Red ... Food 2 Food 2 • STONEMILL Crushed Red Pepper	1g	0.0	278	55.6	—	55.6	—	—

Peppers, Onions, & Spices Jalapeo Spread vs Hulled White Seasame Seeds, Hulled White

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peppers, Oni... Food 1 Food 1 • AMERICAN ROLAND FOOD LLC Peppers, Onions, & Spices Jalapeo Spread	28g	7.0	143	3.6	—	—	14.3	—
Hulled White... Food 2 Food 2 • GOLDEN PACKAGING COMPANY Hulled White Seasame Seeds	28g	0.0	632	10.7	—	10.7	60.7	21.4

David's, Spicy Rub vs Biryani Masala Natural Spices

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
David's, Spi... Food 1 Food 1 • LOPAREX LLC David's, Spicy Rub	2g	2.0	400	80.0	—	40.0	—	—
Biryani Masa... Food 2 Food 2 • PRIDE OF INDIA Biryani Masala Natural Spices	2g	0.0	250	50.0	—	50.0	1.7	25.0

Tieu Hot Den, Whole Black Pepper vs Garam Masala Organic Spices

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tieu Hot Den... Food 1 Food 1 • U. S. TRADING COMPANY Tieu Hot Den, Whole Black Pepper	2g	1.8	200	50.0	—	—	75.0	—
Garam Masala... Food 2 Food 2 • PRIDE OF INDIA Garam Masala Organic Spices	6g	3.8	417	50.0	—	16.7	16.7	16.7

Roto Roast Dry Rub Seasoning For All Meat And Fish, Roto Roast vs Dickey's Barbecue Pit, Barbecue Rib Rub, Original, Original

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Roto Roast D... Food 1 Food 1 • CHAR-CRUST INC. Roto Roast Dry Rub Seasoning For All Meat And Fish	3g	4.0	333	66.7	33.3	—	—	—
Dickey's Bar... Food 2 Food 2 • WYCLIFF DOUGLAS LLC Dickey's Barbecue Pit, Barbecue Rib Rub, Original, Original	3g	4.0	167	66.7	33.3	—	3.3	—

Squeeze Ginger vs Original Hickory Grilled Dry Rub Seasoning For All Meat And Fish, Original Hickory Grilled

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Squeeze Ginger Food 1 Food 1 • SPICE WORLD, INC. Squeeze Ginger	5g	6.0	300	80.0	40.0	20.0	—	—
Original Hic... Food 2 Food 2 • CHAR-CRUST INC. Original Hickory Grilled Dry Rub Seasoning For All Meat And Fish	3g	2.0	333	33.3	33.3	—	—	—

Fried Red Onion vs Chana Dal Masala

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fried Red Onion Food 1 Food 1 • DOUBLE GOLDEN FISH BRAND Fried Red Onion	2g	1.9	500	50.0	—	—	50.0	—
Chana Dal Ma... Food 2 Food 2 • MDH Chana Dal Masala	5g	3.6	360	40.0	—	—	20.0	40.0

Shami Kebab Masala Spice Mix vs Qeema Masala

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Shami Kebab ... Food 1 Food 1 • LAZIZA INTERNATIONAL Shami Kebab Masala Spice Mix	7g	3.8	357	57.1	—	28.6	14.3	14.3
Qeema Masala Food 2 Food 2 • LAZIZA INTERNATIONAL Qeema Masala	8g	3.8	500	37.5	—	12.5	18.8	12.5

Mediterranean Za'atar Condiment & Spread vs Guajillo Chile Pods

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mediterranea... Food 1 Food 1 • FAUX FUN, INC. Mediterranean Za'atar Condiment & Spread	27g	5.4	667	18.5	—	7.4	66.7	3.7
Guajillo Chi... Food 2 Food 2 • DIAZ FOODS Guajillo Chile Pods	14g	3.9	57	14.3	—	—	—	7.1

Habapeno Mustard Seeds vs Ansie Seed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Habapeno Mus... Food 1 Food 1 • TASTE ELEVATED Habapeno Mustard Seeds	15g	5.9	133	20.0	13.3	—	6.7	6.7
Ansie Seed Food 2 Food 2 • MI COSTENITA FOOD DIST. Ansie Seed	6g	3.8	367	50.0	—	16.7	16.7	16.7

Dried Yellow Hot Pepper vs Garam Masala Organic Spices

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dried Yellow... Food 1 Food 1 • PERUVIAN IMPORT COMPANY Dried Yellow Hot Pepper	5g	80.0	300	60.0	—	20.0	—	—
Garam Masala... Food 2 Food 2 • PRIDE OF INDIA Garam Masala Organic Spices	6g	3.8	417	50.0	—	16.7	16.7	16.7

Tahini Ground Sesame Seeds vs Fresh Crushed Garlic

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tahini Groun... Food 1 Food 1 • WESTERN FAMILY FOODS, INC. Tahini Ground Sesame Seeds	28g	5.3	607	21.4	—	10.7	57.1	17.9
Fresh Crushe... Food 2 Food 2 • S. BERTRAM, INC. Fresh Crushed Garlic	5g	38.2	300	20.0	—	—	30.0	—

Mexene, Original Chili Powder Seasoning vs Whole Ginger

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mexene, Orig... Food 1 Food 1 • BRUCE FOODS, INC. Mexene, Original Chili Powder Seasoning	10g	9.8	370	50.0	—	—	—	10.0
Whole Ginger Food 2 Food 2 • V PATEL & SONS INC Whole Ginger	10g	11.6	410	70.0	—	10.0	10.0	10.0

Premium Hulled White Sesame Seeds vs Hulled White Seasame Seeds, Hulled White

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Premium Hull... Food 1 Food 1 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. Premium Hulled White Sesame Seeds	29g	3.6	621	24.1	—	17.2	44.8	24.1
Hulled White... Food 2 Food 2 • GOLDEN PACKAGING COMPANY Hulled White Seasame Seeds	28g	0.0	632	10.7	—	10.7	60.7	21.4

U.S. Trading Company, Whole White Pepper vs Sesame Seed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
U.S. Trading... Food 1 Food 1 • U. S. TRADING COMPANY U.S. Trading Company, Whole White Pepper	2g	1.8	200	50.0	—	—	75.0	—
Sesame Seed Food 2 Food 2 • FINLAY EXTRACTS & INGREDIENTS USA, INC. Sesame Seed	30g	1.7	633	13.3	—	10.0	60.0	20.0

Garlic Powder vs La Nuestra, Relajo Mixed Cooking Spices

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Garlic Powder Food 1 Food 1 • STONEMILL Garlic Powder	3g	3.7	323	64.5	—	—	—	32.3
La Nuestra, ... Food 2 Food 2 • MONTALVAN'S SALES La Nuestra, Relajo Mixed Cooking Spices	25g	9.0	504	32.0	4.0	12.0	32.0	24.0

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