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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Creamy Cashew Butter, Creamy vs Mighty Maple Peanut Butter Spread, Mighty Maple

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Creamy Cashe... Food 1 Food 1 • NEW SEASONS MARKET, LLC Creamy Cashew Butter	32g	50.6	594	31.3	6.3	3.1	46.9	15.6
Mighty Maple... Food 2 Food 2 • PEANUT BUTTER & CO, INC. Mighty Maple Peanut Butter Spread	32g	50.8	562	34.4	15.6	6.2	40.6	18.8

Fruit & Almond Butter With Blueberries, Cinnamon, And Walnuts, Fruit & Almond vs Cashew Butter, Cashew

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fruit & Almo... Food 1 Food 1 • HOLISTICTREATS, INC Fruit & Almond Butter With Blueberries, Cinnamon, And Walnuts	32g	8.9	562	25.0	9.4	9.4	46.9	18.8
Cashew Butter Food 2 Food 2 • SPREAD THE LOVE LLC Cashew Butter	32g	14.7	594	28.1	3.1	3.1	53.1	—

Smooth Peanut Butter vs Classic Cashew Butter

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Smooth Peanu... Food 1 Food 1 • PICS Smooth Peanut Butter	15g	0.9	567	10.0	3.3	6.7	46.7	23.3
Classic Cash... Food 2 Food 2 • JULIE'S REAL FOODS, LLC Classic Cashew Butter	32g	14.2	656	28.1	6.3	3.1	50.0	18.8

Cb's Nuts, Creamy Peanut Butter, Cb's Nuts, Creamy Peanut Butter vs Plain (W/Sea Salt) Walnut Butter, Plain (W/Sea Salt)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cb's Nuts, C... Food 1 Food 1 • CB'S PREMIUM NUTS Cb's Nuts, Creamy Peanut Butter, Cb's Nuts, Creamy Peanut Butter	32g	7.0	588	18.8	9.4	6.2	50.0	25.0
Plain (W/Sea... Food 2 Food 2 • CRAZY GO NUTS, LLC Plain (W/Sea Salt) Walnut Butter	28g	3.5	643	14.3	3.6	7.1	64.3	14.3

Protein Almond Butter With Plant Protein & Probiotics vs Earth Balance, Natural Peanut Butter And Flaxseed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Protein Almo... Food 1 Food 1 • TRIBE 9 FOODS, LLC Protein Almond Butter With Plant Protein & Probiotics	32g	5.3	562	21.9	3.1	12.5	46.9	25.0
Earth Balanc... Food 2 Food 2 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Earth Balance, Natural Peanut Butter And Flaxseed	32g	7.0	594	21.9	6.3	9.4	50.0	21.9

Creamy Natural Almond Butter, Creamy vs Crunchy & Unsalted Peanut Butter, Crunchy & Unsalted

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Creamy Natur... Food 1 Food 1 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Creamy Natural Almond Butter	30g	1.7	667	13.3	3.3	10.0	53.3	26.7
Crunchy & Un... Food 2 Food 2 • UNITED NATURAL FOODS, INC. Crunchy & Unsalted Peanut Butter	30g	8.8	633	23.3	6.7	6.7	46.7	26.7

Organic Peanut Butter, Nutty vs Salted Creamy Cashew Butter, Salted Creamy

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Pean... Food 1 Food 1 • THE J.M. SMUCKER COMPANY Organic Peanut Butter, Nutty	32g	7.0	656	18.8	3.1	6.2	50.0	25.0
Salted Cream... Food 2 Food 2 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Salted Creamy Cashew Butter	32g	45.0	594	28.1	3.1	3.1	50.0	12.5

Simply Nature, Creamy Almond Butter vs Almond Macadamia Caffeinated Nut Butter, Almond Macadamia

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Simply Natur... Food 1 Food 1 • ALDI INC. Simply Nature, Creamy Almond Butter	32g	7.1	594	21.9	6.3	9.4	53.1	18.8
Almond Macad... Food 2 Food 2 • NEW GROUNDS FOOD, INC. Almond Macadamia Caffeinated Nut Butter	28g	7.1	607	25.0	7.1	10.7	53.6	17.9

Sprouted Almond Butter, Original vs Peanut Butter Flavored Cup, Peanut Butter

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sprouted Alm... Food 1 Food 1 • SPROUTED ALMONDS, LLC Sprouted Almond Butter, Original	29g	5.4	562	20.7	3.5	10.3	37.9	20.7
Peanut Butte... Food 2 Food 2 • LEGENDARY FOODS LLC Peanut Butter Flavored Cup	28g	14.1	643	35.7	10.7	7.1	53.6	21.4

Creamy Coconut & Peanut Spread, Creamy vs Hazelnut + Almond Raw Cacao Sprouted Spread, Hazelnut + Almond

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Creamy Cocon... Food 1 Food 1 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Creamy Coconut & Peanut Spread	32g	27.8	594	21.9	6.3	6.2	50.0	18.8
Hazelnut + A... Food 2 Food 2 • HNINA, INC. Hazelnut + Almond Raw Cacao Sprouted Spread	28g	10.8	571	32.1	7.1	10.7	46.4	14.3

Fruit & Almond Butter With Espresso Beans And Hazelnuts, Espresso Beans And Hazelnuts vs Macadamia With Coconut Nut Butter, Macadamia With Coconut

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fruit & Almo... Food 1 Food 1 • HOLISTICTREATS, INC Fruit & Almond Butter With Espresso Beans And Hazelnuts, Espresso Beans And Hazelnuts	32g	8.9	562	25.0	9.4	9.4	46.9	18.8
Macadamia Wi... Food 2 Food 2 • FIELD CRAFTS, INC. Macadamia With Coconut Nut Butter	28g	3.5	732	17.9	7.1	10.7	75.0	7.1

Crunchy Natural Almond Butter, Crunchy vs Unsweetened & Roasted Creamy Almond Butter, Unsweetened & Roasted Creamy

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Crunchy Natu... Food 1 Food 1 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Crunchy Natural Almond Butter	30g	1.7	667	13.3	3.3	10.0	60.0	23.3
Unsweetened ... Food 2 Food 2 • ONCE AGAIN NUT BUTTER COLLECTIVE, INC. Unsweetened & Roasted Creamy Almond Butter	32g	16.4	656	18.8	3.1	9.4	53.1	21.9

Crunchy Peanut Butter, Crunchy vs Nut, Seed & Superfruit Butter

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Crunchy Pean... Food 1 Food 1 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Crunchy Peanut Butter	30g	8.8	633	23.3	6.7	6.7	46.7	26.7
Nut, Seed & ... Food 2 Food 2 • SUPERFUZION, LLC Nut, Seed & Superfruit Butter	35g	12.7	543	31.4	11.4	11.4	45.7	14.3

All Natural Peanut Butter vs Creamy Natural Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
All Natural ... Food 1 Food 1 • THE LEAVITT CORPORATION All Natural Peanut Butter	32g	7.0	594	21.9	6.3	9.4	50.0	25.0
Creamy Natur... Food 2 Food 2 • THE J.M. SMUCKER COMPANY Creamy Natural Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter	32g	3.5	562	15.6	3.1	9.4	50.0	25.0

Peanut Butter, Super Chunky vs House Of Webster, Peach Butter

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peanut Butte... Food 1 Food 1 • THE LEAVITT CORPORATION Peanut Butter, Super Chunky	32g	21.8	594	21.9	3.1	9.4	50.0	25.0
House Of Web... Food 2 Food 2 • HOUSE OF WEBSTER INC. House Of Webster, Peach Butter	17g	16.0	176	47.1	41.2	—	—	—

Peanut Butter With Flaxseed, Chunky vs Chocolate Peanut Butter Nut & Protein Spread, Chocolate Peanut Butter

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peanut Butte... Food 1 Food 1 • THE LEAVITT CORPORATION Peanut Butter With Flaxseed, Chunky	32g	7.0	562	21.9	3.1	9.4	50.0	21.9
Chocolate Pe... Food 2 Food 2 • CHICAGO BAR COMPANY Chocolate Peanut Butter Nut & Protein Spread	32g	10.6	562	25.0	9.4	6.2	40.6	28.1

Natural Chocolate Sunflower Spread vs No Sugar Added Sunflower Butter

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Natural Choc... Food 1 Food 1 • NU LIFE MARKET, LLC Natural Chocolate Sunflower Spread	28g	22.1	536	50.0	32.1	7.1	35.7	14.3
No Sugar Add... Food 2 Food 2 • RED RIVER COMMODITIES, INC. No Sugar Added Sunflower Butter	32g	10.9	656	12.5	3.1	6.2	56.3	25.0

Smooth Natural Peanut Butter, Smooth vs Raw With Cashews Walnut Butter

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Smooth Natur... Food 1 Food 1 • KOEZE MFG CO Smooth Natural Peanut Butter	32g	21.8	594	21.9	6.3	9.4	50.0	25.0
Raw With Cas... Food 2 Food 2 • PREMIER ORGANICS, INC. Raw With Cashews Walnut Butter	32g	22.2	625	18.8	3.1	6.2	56.3	15.6

Natural Almond Butter vs Salted & Creamy Almond Butter, Salted & Creamy

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Natural Almo... Food 1 Food 1 • ZINKE ORCHARDS Natural Almond Butter	28g	8.8	650	21.4	—	3.6	57.1	17.9
Salted & Cre... Food 2 Food 2 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Salted & Creamy Almond Butter	32g	7.0	594	21.9	6.3	9.4	53.1	21.9

Creamy Raw Almond Butter, Creamy vs Almond Cappuccino Caffeinated Nut Butter, Almond Cappuccino

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Creamy Raw A... Food 1 Food 1 • THE HAIN CELESTIAL GROUP, INC. Creamy Raw Almond Butter	32g	16.6	594	21.9	3.1	12.5	53.1	18.8
Almond Cappu... Food 2 Food 2 • NEW GROUNDS FOOD, INC. Almond Cappuccino Caffeinated Nut Butter	28g	7.1	571	25.0	7.1	10.7	50.0	17.9

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