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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Milled Flax Seeds vs Raw Organic Chia Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Milled Flax ... Food 1 Food 1 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Milled Flax Seeds	14g	0.0	500	28.6	—	28.6	42.9	—
Raw Organic ... Food 2 Food 2 • SUNFOOD LLC Raw Organic Chia Seeds	15g	1.8	533	40.0	—	33.3	33.3	20.0

Golden Flax Meal vs Organic Chia Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Golden Flax ... Food 1 Food 1 • NAMASTE FOODS LLC Golden Flax Meal	13g	1.8	462	38.5	—	30.8	26.9	23.1
Organic Chia... Food 2 Food 2 • NAVITAS, LLC Organic Chia Seeds	30g	12.2	533	36.7	—	30.0	33.3	16.7

Organic Hemp Seed Hearts vs Organic Whole Ground Flaxseed Meal

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Hemp... Food 1 Food 1 • NOW HEALTH GROUP INC. Organic Hemp Seed Hearts	30g	0.0	600	3.3	—	3.3	50.0	33.3
Organic Whol... Food 2 Food 2 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. Organic Whole Ground Flaxseed Meal	13g	1.8	538	30.8	—	23.1	34.6	23.1

Whole Golden Flax Seeds vs Organic Hemp Seed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Golden... Food 1 Food 1 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Whole Golden Flax Seeds	30g	5.4	567	33.3	3.3	23.3	40.0	20.0
Organic Hemp... Food 2 Food 2 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Organic Hemp Seed	30g	1.7	600	6.7	—	3.3	53.3	33.3

Golden Flaxseed Meal vs Organic Brown Flax Seed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Golden Flaxs... Food 1 Food 1 • GLENCOURT INC. Golden Flaxseed Meal	12g	1.8	500	25.0	—	16.7	41.7	25.0
Organic Brow... Food 2 Food 2 • BERGIN NUT COMPANY, INC. Organic Brown Flax Seed	21g	0.0	524	28.6	—	28.6	42.9	19.1

Chia Seeds vs Certified Organic Fiber 3 Golden Flax Meal, Acacia & Inulin (Fos) Powder

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chia Seeds Food 1 Food 1 • WILDERNESS POETS LLC Chia Seeds	15g	1.8	467	46.7	—	40.0	30.0	20.0
Certified Or... Food 2 Food 2 • NOW HEALTH GROUP INC. Certified Organic Fiber 3 Golden Flax Meal, Acacia & Inulin (Fos) Powder	17g	1.9	471	47.1	—	41.2	23.5	17.7

Black Chia Seeds vs Flaxseed Herbal Dietary Supplement

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Black Chia S... Food 1 Food 1 • BRANDLESS, INC Black Chia Seeds	13g	1.8	462	38.5	—	30.8	30.8	15.4
Flaxseed Her... Food 2 Food 2 • NUESTRA SALUD Flaxseed Herbal Dietary Supplement	168g	5.4	534	29.2	1.8	27.4	42.3	18.5

Organic Black Chia Seeds vs Shelled Hemp Hearts Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Blac... Food 1 Food 1 • CVS PHARMACY, INC. Organic Black Chia Seeds	12g	1.8	500	41.7	—	33.3	33.3	16.7
Shelled Hemp... Food 2 Food 2 • THE HARRELL SISTERS Shelled Hemp Hearts Seeds	30g	0.1	600	3.3	3.3	3.3	50.0	33.3

Raw & Hulled Organic Hemp Seed vs Badia, Chia Seed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Raw & Hulled... Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Raw & Hulled Organic Hemp Seed	30g	1.7	600	6.7	—	3.3	50.0	33.3
Badia, Chia ... Food 2 Food 2 • BADIA SPICES INC. Badia, Chia Seed	30g	5.6	500	43.3	—	33.3	30.0	16.7

Brown Flax Seed vs Chia Seed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Brown Flax Seed Food 1 Food 1 • SUNRISE NATURAL FOODS Brown Flax Seed	28g	0.0	536	28.6	—	28.6	42.9	17.9
Chia Seed Food 2 Food 2 • BADIA SPICES INC. Chia Seed	43g	5.5	488	41.9	—	34.9	30.2	16.3

100% Whole Grain Chia Seeds vs Whole Brown Flax Seeds, Whole Brown

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
100% Whole G... Food 1 Food 1 • ARCO DISTRIBUTORS, INC. 100% Whole Grain Chia Seeds	28g	1.8	489	42.9	—	39.3	32.1	14.3
Whole Brown ... Food 2 Food 2 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Whole Brown Flax Seeds	30g	5.4	567	33.3	3.3	23.3	40.0	20.0

Organic Chia Seeds vs Amport Foods, 100% Natural Flax Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Chia... Food 1 Food 1 • BETTERBODY FOODS & NUTRITION, LLC Organic Chia Seeds	42g	7.4	476	42.9	—	33.3	31.0	16.7
Amport Foods... Food 2 Food 2 • BAY VALLEY FOODS, LLC Amport Foods, 100% Natural Flax Seeds	30g	0.0	433	33.3	—	33.3	36.7	20.0

Ground Flaxseed vs Black Organic Chia Seeds, Black

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ground Flaxseed Food 1 Food 1 • BADIA SPICES INC. Ground Flaxseed	14g	0.0	500	28.6	—	28.6	42.9	21.4
Black Organi... Food 2 Food 2 • NEW SEASONS MARKET, LLC Black Organic Chia Seeds	30g	18.5	500	43.3	—	33.3	30.0	16.7

Organic Flax Chia Blend Paks, Flax Chia vs Organic Hemp Seed Hearts

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Flax... Food 1 Food 1 • THE CARRINGTON TEA COMPANY LLC. Organic Flax Chia Blend Paks, Flax Chia	12g	0.0	500	33.3	—	33.3	33.3	16.7
Organic Hemp... Food 2 Food 2 • NOW HEALTH GROUP INC. Organic Hemp Seed Hearts	30g	0.0	600	3.3	—	3.3	50.0	33.3

High Fiber Wheat Bran vs Brown Flax Seed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
High Fiber W... Food 1 Food 1 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. High Fiber Wheat Bran	15g	51.9	333	66.7	—	40.0	—	13.3
Brown Flax Seed Food 2 Food 2 • SUNRISE NATURAL FOODS Brown Flax Seed	28g	0.0	536	28.6	—	28.6	42.9	17.9

Milled Flax Seeds vs American, Flax Seeds Brown

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Milled Flax ... Food 1 Food 1 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Milled Flax Seeds	14g	0.0	500	28.6	—	28.6	42.9	—
American, Fl... Food 2 Food 2 • REESE ORCHARDS American, Flax Seeds Brown	28g	0.0	379	21.4	—	21.4	28.6	14.3

Hulled Hemp Seeds Superfoods vs Organic Milled Flax Seed Paks

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hulled Hemp ... Food 1 Food 1 • FOODS ALIVE INC. Hulled Hemp Seeds Superfoods	14g	6.1	607	7.1	—	3.6	48.9	35.7
Organic Mill... Food 2 Food 2 • THE CARRINGTON TEA COMPANY LLC. Organic Milled Flax Seed Paks	12g	0.0	583	25.0	—	25.0	41.7	16.7

Ground Chia Seed vs 100% Raw Organic Chia Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ground Chia ... Food 1 Food 1 • BADIA SPICES INC. Ground Chia Seed	30g	5.8	500	43.3	—	33.3	30.0	—
100% Raw Org... Food 2 Food 2 • WR GROUP, INC 100% Raw Organic Chia Seeds	12g	0.0	500	41.7	—	41.7	29.2	16.7

Organic Whole Flaxseed vs Organic Chia

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Whol... Food 1 Food 1 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. Organic Whole Flaxseed	31g	11.7	548	32.3	—	25.8	35.5	19.4
Organic Chia Food 2 Food 2 • GLOBAL JUICES AND FRUITS, LLC Organic Chia	32g	3.7	500	43.8	—	37.5	31.3	15.6

Raw Hemp Seeds vs Cold Milled Organic Ground Flax Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Raw Hemp Seeds Food 1 Food 1 • CADIA Raw Hemp Seeds	30g	3.5	567	10.0	—	3.3	50.0	30.0
Cold Milled ... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Cold Milled Organic Ground Flax Seeds	15g	0.0	533	26.7	—	26.7	40.0	20.0

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