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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Ansie Seed vs Himalayan Black Pepper Grinder

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ansie Seed Food 1 Food 1 • MI COSTENITA FOOD DIST. Ansie Seed	6g	3.8	367	50.0	—	16.7	16.7	16.7
Himalayan Bl... Food 2 Food 2 • WBM LLC Himalayan Black Pepper Grinder	1g	0.0	500	100.0	—	100.0	—	—

Garam Masala Organic Spices, Garam Masala vs Tandoori Masala Seasoning, Tandoori Masala

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Garam Masala... Food 1 Food 1 • PRIDE OF INDIA Garam Masala Organic Spices	6g	3.8	417	50.0	—	16.7	16.7	16.7
Tandoori Mas... Food 2 Food 2 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Tandoori Masala Seasoning	2g	0.0	250	50.0	—	50.0	—	—

Achar Gosht Spice Mix vs Garam Masala

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Achar Gosht ... Food 1 Food 1 • LAZIZA Achar Gosht Spice Mix	8g	5.8	375	62.5	—	25.0	6.3	12.5
Garam Masala Food 2 Food 2 • MDH Garam Masala	5g	3.7	260	40.0	—	—	20.0	20.0

Amla Powder Organic Spices vs Urashima, Furikake, All Purpose Japanese Gourmet Topping

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Amla Powder ... Food 1 Food 1 • PRIDE OF INDIA Amla Powder Organic Spices	100g	12.0	45	10.0	—	4.0	0.5	1.0
Urashima, Fu... Food 2 Food 2 • URASHIMA NORI CO LTD Urashima, Furikake, All Purpose Japanese Gourmet Topping	4g	0.0	475	25.0	25.0	25.0	25.0	25.0

The Ginger People, Organic Minced Ginger vs Brown Mustard Seed Organic Spices

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
The Ginger P... Food 1 Food 1 • FOOD MARKET MANAGEMENT, INC. The Ginger People, Organic Minced Ginger	30g	10.0	67	16.7	16.7	—	—	—
Brown Mustar... Food 2 Food 2 • PRIDE OF INDIA Brown Mustard Seed Organic Spices	2g	1.3	500	50.0	—	12.5	25.0	50.0

Organic Garlic Granules vs Ajwain Seed Whole Organic Spices

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Garl... Food 1 Food 1 • NASH FINCH COMPANY Organic Garlic Granules	4g	3.8	325	75.0	—	25.0	—	25.0
Ajwain Seed ... Food 2 Food 2 • PRIDE OF INDIA Ajwain Seed Whole Organic Spices	2g	0.0	238	47.6	—	47.6	—	23.8

Chipotle Rub Seasoning vs The Spice Hunter, Crystallized Chopped Ginger

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chipotle Rub... Food 1 Food 1 • XCELL INTERNATIONAL CORP Chipotle Rub Seasoning	5g	3.8	200	60.0	—	20.0	—	20.0
The Spice Hu... Food 2 Food 2 • THE SPICE HUNTER, INC. The Spice Hunter, Crystallized Chopped Ginger	4g	6.0	250	75.0	75.0	—	—	—

Spice Mix For Shami Kabab vs Seekh Kebab Masala Spic Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spice Mix Fo... Food 1 Food 1 • NATIONAL FOODS LTD. Spice Mix For Shami Kabab	5g	2.0	200	40.0	—	20.0	—	—
Seekh Kebab ... Food 2 Food 2 • LAZIZA INTERNATIONAL Seekh Kebab Masala Spic Mix	7g	3.8	429	57.1	—	28.6	14.3	14.3

Whole Cloves vs Jamaican Blend Curry Powder, Jamaican Blend

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Cloves Food 1 Food 1 • LA FLOR PRODUCTS CO INC Whole Cloves	2g	1.4	286	66.7	—	33.3	14.3	4.8
Jamaican Ble... Food 2 Food 2 • C.B.P. LTD Jamaican Blend Curry Powder	10g	4.4	300	53.0	10.0	30.0	15.0	13.0

Roland, Sesame Seeds, Wasabi, Wasabi vs Cinnamon Sugar Shake, Cinnamon

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Roland, Sesa... Food 1 Food 1 • AMERICAN ROLAND FOOD LLC Roland, Sesame Seeds, Wasabi, Wasabi	5g	1.8	600	40.0	20.0	20.0	40.0	20.0
Cinnamon Sug... Food 2 Food 2 • RED APE CINNAMON LLC Cinnamon Sugar Shake	5g	10.0	400	100.0	100.0	—	—	—

Arrow Root Ground Organic Spices vs Roasted Black Sesame Seed, Roasted Black

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Arrow Root G... Food 1 Food 1 • PRIDE OF INDIA Arrow Root Ground Organic Spices	100g	23.8	60	13.0	—	1.0	—	4.0
Roasted Blac... Food 2 Food 2 • WISMETTAC ASIAN FOODS, INC. Roasted Black Sesame Seed	5g	0.0	600	20.0	—	20.0	60.0	20.0

Everyday Rub vs Bamboe, Bumbu Rujak Indonesian Instant Spices

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Everyday Rub Food 1 Food 1 • FIRE & FLAVOR GRILLING CO. Everyday Rub	3g	1.9	300	66.7	—	33.3	21.7	—
Bamboe, Bumb... Food 2 Food 2 • BAMBOE INDONESIA PT. Bamboe, Bumbu Rujak Indonesian Instant Spices	11g	1.9	261	26.1	17.4	17.4	13.0	8.7

Frontier, Balti Curry Seasoning vs U.S. Trading Company, Whole White Pepper

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Frontier, Ba... Food 1 Food 1 • FRONTIER COOPERATIVE HERBS Frontier, Balti Curry Seasoning	3g	1.9	429	57.1	—	28.6	—	28.6
U.S. Trading... Food 2 Food 2 • U. S. TRADING COMPANY U.S. Trading Company, Whole White Pepper	2g	1.8	200	50.0	—	—	75.0	—

Spiced Apple Mix, Spiced Apple vs Toasted Sesame Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spiced Apple... Food 1 Food 1 • KENT PRECISION FOODS GROUP, INC. Spiced Apple Mix	12g	24.0	375	100.0	91.7	—	—	—
Toasted Sesa... Food 2 Food 2 • ALLIED OLD ENGLISH INC. Toasted Sesame Seeds	5g	0.0	600	20.0	—	20.0	60.0	20.0

Imported Poppy Seeds vs Himalayan Black Pepper Grinder

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Imported Pop... Food 1 Food 1 • GOLDEN PACKAGING COMPANY Imported Poppy Seeds	28g	5.4	525	28.6	3.6	17.9	42.9	17.9
Himalayan Bl... Food 2 Food 2 • WBM LLC Himalayan Black Pepper Grinder	1g	0.0	500	100.0	—	100.0	—	—

Whole Calabrian Chili Peppers In Oil vs White Sesame Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Calabr... Food 1 Food 1 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Whole Calabrian Chili Peppers In Oil	30g	2.0	167	6.7	3.3	3.3	13.3	3.3
White Sesame... Food 2 Food 2 • ALLIED OLD ENGLISH INC. White Sesame Seeds	7g	0.0	571	14.3	—	14.3	57.1	14.3

Turkey Rub, Savory Herb vs Raw & Organic Black Sesame Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Turkey Rub, ... Food 1 Food 1 • ACH FOOD COMPANIES, INC. Turkey Rub, Savory Herb	2g	4.0	200	80.0	40.0	—	—	—
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

Herbs Of Provence vs Curry Leaf Powder Organic Spices

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Herbs Of Pro... Food 1 Food 1 • PEPPER CREEK FARMS, INC. Herbs Of Provence	14g	17.6	286	64.3	—	—	7.1	7.1
Curry Leaf P... Food 2 Food 2 • PRIDE OF INDIA Curry Leaf Powder Organic Spices	2g	0.0	250	50.0	—	50.0	1.7	25.0

Sweet Garlic Mustard vs Whole Foods Market, Asian Cooking Organic Salt Free Seasoning

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sweet Garlic... Food 1 Food 1 • WHEELER SUGARWORKS, INC. Sweet Garlic Mustard	9g	5.8	278	33.3	33.3	—	11.1	11.1
Whole Foods ... Food 2 Food 2 • ALLEGRO COFFEE COMPANY Whole Foods Market, Asian Cooking Organic Salt Free Seasoning	4g	1.9	375	50.0	—	25.0	12.5	25.0

Sesame Seeds vs Kurkuma Turmeric

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sesame Seeds Food 1 Food 1 • WAYMOUTH FARMS, INC. Sesame Seeds	8g	1.8	562	25.0	—	12.5	50.0	12.5
Kurkuma Turm... Food 2 Food 2 • JOHNNY V'S KITCHEN, INC. Kurkuma Turmeric	6g	94.1	400	66.7	—	16.7	16.7	16.7

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