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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Pancetta vs Taco Meat Hot Seasoned Pork

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pancetta Food 1 Food 1 • CREMINELLI FINE MEATS Pancetta	28g	1.9	214	3.6	3.6	—	12.5	25.0
Taco Meat Ho... Food 2 Food 2 • WAMPLER'S FARM SAUSAGE CO., INC. Taco Meat Hot Seasoned Pork	57g	0.0	298	1.8	—	1.8	21.1	24.6

Extra Firm Cubed Tofu, Extra Firm vs Fratelli Beretta Prosciutto And Provolone, 4 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Extra Firm C... Food 1 Food 1 • GLENCOURT INC. Extra Firm Cubed Tofu	85g	4.6	153	5.9	—	3.5	7.1	16.5
Fratelli Ber... Food 2 Food 2 • FRATELLI BERETTA, USA, INC. Fratelli Beretta Prosciutto And Provolone, 4 Oz	56g	3.3	214	1.8	—	—	12.5	26.8

Soyganic, Organic Tofu, Extra Firm vs Gluten Free Beef Scrapple

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Soyganic, Or... Food 1 Food 1 • SUNRISE SOYA FOODS Soyganic, Organic Tofu, Extra Firm	85g	1.9	165	1.2	—	—	9.4	17.7
Gluten Free ... Food 2 Food 2 • ARNOLD MEATS INC. Gluten Free Beef Scrapple	56g	24.1	179	14.3	1.8	1.8	10.7	8.9

Traditional Seitan Slices, Traditional vs Black Bean South West Organic Veggie Burgers

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Traditional ... Food 1 Food 1 • SWEET EARTH NATURAL FOODS Traditional Seitan Slices	85g	13.3	153	7.1	—	—	3.5	25.9
Black Bean S... Food 2 Food 2 • JONES DAIRY FARM Black Bean South West Organic Veggie Burgers	75g	20.7	347	25.3	4.0	10.7	21.3	13.3

Santa Maria Inspired Pork Roast vs Artisan Sausage, Spinach Pesto

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Santa Maria ... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Santa Maria Inspired Pork Roast	112g	3.8	143	1.8	—	—	7.1	17.9
Artisan Saus... Food 2 Food 2 • TURTLE ISLAND FOODS, INC. Artisan Sausage, Spinach Pesto	100g	14.8	260	11.0	4.0	3.0	12.0	29.0

Center Cut Chops Boneless Thin Pork vs 100% Grass Fed Beef Liver

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Center Cut C... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES Center Cut Chops Boneless Thin Pork	85g	2.2	153	1.2	—	—	8.2	18.8
100% Grass F... Food 2 Food 2 • THOUSAND HILLS CATTLE COMPANY 100% Grass Fed Beef Liver	112g	7.6	134	3.6	—	—	3.6	20.5

Pate With Onion vs Medium Firm Tofu

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pate With Onion Food 1 Food 1 • SCHALLER MANUFACTURING CORP. Pate With Onion	56g	3.7	429	3.6	1.8	—	41.1	12.5
Medium Firm ... Food 2 Food 2 • GREEN VALLEY FOOD CORP. Medium Firm Tofu	85g	1.9	71	2.4	—	1.2	3.5	7.1

Flavored Dried Tofu vs Hatfield Recipe Essential Chorizo, 16 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Flavored Dri... Food 1 Food 1 • SUNRISE MARKETS INC. Flavored Dried Tofu	70g	1.9	186	2.9	—	1.4	10.0	20.0
Hatfield Rec... Food 2 Food 2 • CLEMENS FOOD GROUP, LLC Hatfield Recipe Essential Chorizo, 16 Oz	56g	3.3	268	3.6	—	1.8	17.9	21.4

Chez Marie, Veggie Patty, Spicy Bean, Spicy Bean vs Pacific, Organic Burmese Tofu, Chipotle, Chipotle

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chez Marie, ... Food 1 Food 1 • PRO-LINK INC. Chez Marie, Veggie Patty, Spicy Bean, Spicy Bean	71g	29.2	197	29.6	5.6	8.5	3.5	9.9
Pacific, Org... Food 2 Food 2 • PACIFIC FOODS OF OREGON, INC. Pacific, Organic Burmese Tofu, Chipotle, Chipotle	84g	17.7	95	15.5	2.4	4.8	1.2	4.8

Smoked Pork Hocks vs Wildwood, Sproutofu, Baked Tofu Mangolian

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Smoked Pork ... Food 1 Food 1 • VILLARI BROTHERS Smoked Pork Hocks	56g	27.4	232	25.0	—	—	14.3	—
Wildwood, Sp... Food 2 Food 2 • PULMUONE FOODS USA, INC. Wildwood, Sproutofu, Baked Tofu Mangolian	85g	11.5	153	7.1	3.5	—	8.2	15.3

Peppercorn Seasoned Pork Loin Fillet vs Plant Based Chopped Chick'n

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peppercorn S... Food 1 Food 1 • AHOLD Peppercorn Seasoned Pork Loin Fillet	112g	3.9	116	1.8	—	—	4.5	17.0
Plant Based ... Food 2 Food 2 • ABBOTS BUTCHER INC. Plant Based Chopped Chick'n	85g	2.2	118	3.5	—	2.4	3.5	16.5

Chef's Prime Roast Boneless Pork vs Stew Meat

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chef's Prime... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES Chef's Prime Roast Boneless Pork	112g	3.8	152	1.8	—	—	8.0	18.8
Stew Meat Food 2 Food 2 • TARGET STORES Stew Meat	112g	3.8	179	1.8	—	—	10.7	18.8

Tofurky, Organic 5 Grain Cake vs Pork Tenderloin, Peppercorn

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tofurky, Org... Food 1 Food 1 • TURTLE ISLAND FOODS, INC. Tofurky, Organic 5 Grain Cake	85g	19.1	200	17.7	2.4	5.9	8.2	15.3
Pork Tenderl... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Pork Tenderloin, Peppercorn	112g	5.7	116	2.7	1.8	—	2.7	19.6

Soft Tofu vs Falafel 3 Organic Veggie Burgers

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Soft Tofu Food 1 Food 1 • THE HAIN CELESTIAL GROUP, INC. Soft Tofu	56g	19.6	143	21.4	1.8	3.6	4.5	5.4
Falafel 3 Or... Food 2 Food 2 • JONES DAIRY FARM Falafel 3 Organic Veggie Burgers	75g	26.7	307	28.0	1.3	9.3	17.3	12.0

Vegetarian Meatless Soy Chorizo vs House Foods, Organic Tofu

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Vegetarian M... Food 1 Food 1 • WISCONSIN CHEESE GROUP INC. Vegetarian Meatless Soy Chorizo	55g	5.7	200	10.9	3.6	5.5	14.6	12.7
House Foods,... Food 2 Food 2 • HOUSE FOODS AMERICA CORPORATION House Foods, Organic Tofu	85g	1.9	71	2.4	—	1.2	3.5	7.1

Tofu Spread vs Wu Chung, Fried Gluten Vegetarian Mock Pork

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tofu Spread Food 1 Food 1 • ALLNATURAL Tofu Spread	32g	3.9	186	6.2	—	—	15.5	3.1
Wu Chung, Fr... Food 2 Food 2 • WU CHUNG EATABLES FACTORY CO., Wu Chung, Fried Gluten Vegetarian Mock Pork	95g	0.0	93	2.1	1.1	3.2	4.2	11.6

Lightly Seasoned Organic Crumbles, Lightly Seasoned vs Blue Cheese Gourmet Beef Patties, Blue Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lightly Seas... Food 1 Food 1 • GLENCOURT INC. Lightly Seasoned Organic Crumbles	85g	13.1	318	12.9	2.4	4.7	22.4	16.5
Blue Cheese ... Food 2 Food 2 • BAHAMAS RUM CAKE FACTORY LTD. Blue Cheese Gourmet Beef Patties	142g	1.4	275	0.7	0.7	—	21.1	—

House Foods, Organic Tofu Grilled vs Italian Seitan In Crumbles, Italian

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
House Foods,... Food 1 Food 1 • HOUSE FOODS AMERICA CORPORATION House Foods, Organic Tofu Grilled	85g	1.9	94	3.5	—	2.4	4.1	10.6
Italian Seit... Food 2 Food 2 • QUISLING MEDIA Italian Seitan In Crumbles	57g	11.2	175	12.3	—	1.8	0.9	29.8

Organic Yuba Sheets vs Nature's Promise Organic Tofu Firm

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Yuba... Food 1 Food 1 • HODO SOY BEANERY Organic Yuba Sheets	85g	15.2	176	12.9	—	3.5	3.5	24.7
Nature's Pro... Food 2 Food 2 • AHOLD USA, INC. Nature's Promise Organic Tofu Firm	79g	1.9	89	2.5	—	1.3	3.8	8.9

Hot Creole Boudin, Hot Creole vs Prime Pork Sirloin Roast, Roasted Garlic & Peppercorn

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hot Creole B... Food 1 Food 1 • FRENCHY'S SAUSAGE COMPANY, INC. Hot Creole Boudin	85g	13.7	106	9.4	1.2	1.2	4.7	5.9
Prime Pork S... Food 2 Food 2 • SEABOARD FOODS LLC Prime Pork Sirloin Roast, Roasted Garlic & Peppercorn	112g	3.8	116	1.8	—	—	4.0	18.8

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