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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Bob's Red Mill, Raw Whole Golden Flaxseeds vs Cold Milled Organic Ground Flax Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bob's Red Mi... Food 1 Food 1 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. Bob's Red Mill, Raw Whole Golden Flaxseeds	20g	1.8	450	35.0	—	30.0	40.0	20.0
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

Bob's Red Mill, Golden Flaxseed Meal vs Quinoa Instant Powder

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bob's Red Mi... Food 1 Food 1 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. Bob's Red Mill, Golden Flaxseed Meal	13g	1.8	462	38.5	—	30.8	26.9	23.1
Quinoa Insta... Food 2 Food 2 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Quinoa Instant Powder	20g	25.0	400	70.0	5.0	5.0	5.0	15.0

Milled Brown Flax Seeds vs Organic Flax Seed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Milled Brown... Food 1 Food 1 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Milled Brown Flax Seeds	30g	5.4	567	33.3	3.3	23.3	40.0	20.0
Organic Flax... Food 2 Food 2 • GLOBAL JUICES AND FRUITS, LLC Organic Flax Seed	20g	1.8	450	35.0	—	30.0	40.0	20.0

Woodstock, Organic Flax Seeds vs Chia Seed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Woodstock, O... Food 1 Food 1 • UNITED NATURAL FOODS, INC. Woodstock, Organic Flax Seeds	28g	3.6	500	35.7	—	28.6	35.7	17.9
Chia Seed Food 2 Food 2 • HY-VEE, INC. Chia Seed	12g	0.0	500	33.3	—	33.3	29.2	16.7

White Chia Seeds vs Milled Golden Flax Seed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Chia S... Food 1 Food 1 • ROCKY MOUNTAIN FOODS, INC. White Chia Seeds	15g	0.0	333	40.0	—	40.0	30.0	20.0
Milled Golde... Food 2 Food 2 • RALEY'S Milled Golden Flax Seed	15g	0.0	533	26.7	—	26.7	40.0	20.0

Probiotic Premium Ground Chia vs Whole Flax Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Probiotic Pr... Food 1 Food 1 • SALBA SMART NATURAL PRODUCTS, LLC Probiotic Premium Ground Chia	15g	1.8	467	40.0	—	33.3	33.3	20.0
Whole Flax S... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Whole Flax Seeds	16g	0.0	727	18.2	—	18.2	66.7	6.1

Gold Flaxseed vs Badia, Organic Ground Flax Seed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Gold Flaxseed Food 1 Food 1 • FOODS ALIVE INC. Gold Flaxseed	10g	0.0	550	30.0	—	30.0	40.0	20.0
Badia, Organ... Food 2 Food 2 • BADIA SPICES INC. Badia, Organic Ground Flax Seed	15g	0.0	533	26.7	—	26.7	40.0	20.0

Delicious Nutty Flavor Hemp Hearts Shelled Hemp Seeds, Delicious Nutty vs Ground Flaxseed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Delicious Nu... Food 1 Food 1 • THE HARRELL SISTERS Delicious Nutty Flavor Hemp Hearts Shelled Hemp Seeds	30g	0.1	600	3.3	3.3	3.3	50.0	33.3
Ground Flaxseed Food 2 Food 2 • BADIA SPICES INC. Ground Flaxseed	14g	0.0	500	28.6	—	28.6	42.9	21.4

Organic Black Chia Seed vs Organic Golden Flaxseed Meal

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Blac... Food 1 Food 1 • APAX OTC BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, LLC Organic Black Chia Seed	12g	0.0	500	41.7	—	41.7	33.3	16.7
Organic Gold... Food 2 Food 2 • ORGANIC VENTURES, INC. Organic Golden Flaxseed Meal	13g	1.8	538	30.8	—	23.1	34.6	23.1

Organic Whole Black Chia Seed vs Organic Kaniwa

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Whol... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Organic Whole Black Chia Seed	12g	1.9	500	41.7	—	33.3	29.2	16.7
Organic Kaniwa Food 2 Food 2 • P & O DISTRIBUTORS INC Organic Kaniwa	45g	0.1	342	0.1	—	—	4.4	—

Nature's Earthly Choice, Chia vs Whole Ground Flaxseed Meal

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Nature's Ear... Food 1 Food 1 • GLOBAL JUICES AND FRUITS, LLC Nature's Earthly Choice, Chia	32g	3.7	500	43.8	—	37.5	31.3	15.6
Whole Ground... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Whole Ground Flaxseed Meal	11g	0.0	545	27.3	—	27.3	40.9	18.2

Raw Hulled Hemp Seed Hearts vs Hemp Rules, Roasted Hempseeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Raw Hulled H... Food 1 Food 1 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. Raw Hulled Hemp Seed Hearts	28g	0.0	571	10.7	3.6	10.7	42.9	35.7
Hemp Rules, ... Food 2 Food 2 • LUCHIANO VISCONTI Hemp Rules, Roasted Hempseeds	30g	0.0	560	3.3	3.3	3.3	46.7	30.0

Organic Brown Flax vs Organic Chia Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Brow... Food 1 Food 1 • MOUNTAIN MAN NUT & FRUIT CO. Organic Brown Flax	28g	0.0	536	28.6	3.6	28.6	28.6	17.9
Organic Chia... Food 2 Food 2 • BETTERBODY FOODS & NUTRITION, LLC Organic Chia Seeds	13g	0.0	462	38.5	—	38.5	23.1	23.1

Organic Hemp Seeds vs Incagen, Quinua Flakes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Hemp... Food 1 Food 1 • NAVITAS, LLC Organic Hemp Seeds	15g	0.0	600	6.7	—	6.7	46.7	26.7
Incagen, Qui... Food 2 Food 2 • PERUVIAN IMPORT COMPANY Incagen, Quinua Flakes	10g	100.0	368	64.0	—	7.0	6.0	14.0

Black Chia Seed vs Organic Hemp Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Black Chia Seed Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Black Chia Seed	30g	0.0	533	30.0	—	30.0	36.7	20.0
Organic Hemp... Food 2 Food 2 • OMG! FOOD COMPANY LLC Organic Hemp Seeds	28g	1.7	607	7.1	—	3.6	50.0	35.7

Golden Roasted Milled Flax Seed vs Dark Chia Seeds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Golden Roast... Food 1 Food 1 • PROCTER & GAMBLE, COSMETIC & FRAG. PROD. Golden Roasted Milled Flax Seed	15g	3.6	600	40.0	13.3	26.7	40.0	13.3
Dark Chia Seeds Food 2 Food 2 • HEALTH MATTERS AMERICA INC. Dark Chia Seeds	15g	1.8	467	40.0	—	33.3	33.3	20.0

Spicy Hemp Heart Snacks, Spicy vs Linaza, Nopaltoronja

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spicy Hemp H... Food 1 Food 1 • HUMMING HEMP, LLC Spicy Hemp Heart Snacks	30g	3.5	567	10.0	3.3	3.3	46.7	33.3
Linaza, Nopa... Food 2 Food 2 • TADIN HERB & TEA CO. Linaza, Nopaltoronja	13g	5.5	538	38.5	7.7	15.4	38.5	15.4

Go Raw, Sprouted Spicy Fiesta Seeds With Celtic Sea Salt vs Golden Roasted Milled Flax Seed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Go Raw, Spro... Food 1 Food 1 • FREELAND FOODS Go Raw, Sprouted Spicy Fiesta Seeds With Celtic Sea Salt	28g	5.2	643	17.9	—	7.1	53.6	25.0
Golden Roast... Food 2 Food 2 • PROCTER & GAMBLE, COSMETIC & FRAG. PROD. Golden Roasted Milled Flax Seed	15g	3.6	600	40.0	13.3	26.7	40.0	13.3

Organic Hemp Seeds vs Organic Whole Flax Seed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Hemp... Food 1 Food 1 • NAVITAS, LLC Organic Hemp Seeds	30g	11.6	600	10.0	3.3	3.3	50.0	30.0
Organic Whol... Food 2 Food 2 • JH BIOTECH, INC. Organic Whole Flax Seed	24g	0.0	542	29.2	—	29.2	41.7	16.7

Organic Whole Flaxseed vs Black Chia Seeds, Black

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
Black Chia S... Food 2 Food 2 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Black Chia Seeds	24g	0.0	500	33.3	—	33.3	33.3	20.8

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