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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Stick Pack vs Gourmet Apricots

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Stick Pack Food 1 Food 1 • PEARSON FOODS CORPORATION Stick Pack	85g	7.9	34	7.1	2.9	2.4	—	1.2
Gourmet Apri... Food 2 Food 2 • ONEONTA TRADING CORPORATION Gourmet Apricots	35g	6.0	49	11.4	8.6	2.9	—	—

Coleslaw Mix Green Cabbage, Carrots & Red Cabbage, Coleslaw Mix vs Power Greens A Versatile Mix Of Tender Baby Spinach, Mizuna, Chard & Kale

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Coleslaw Mix... Food 1 Food 1 • HY-VEE, INC. Coleslaw Mix Green Cabbage, Carrots & Red Cabbage	85g	5.9	29	5.9	3.5	2.4	—	1.2
Power Greens... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Power Greens A Versatile Mix Of Tender Baby Spinach, Mizuna, Chard & Kale	85g	3.9	35	4.7	1.2	2.4	—	3.5

Carrots vs Sweet Potato Sticks Ready Veggies

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Carrots Food 1 Food 1 • SAFEWAY, INC. Carrots	78g	12.7	38	9.0	5.1	2.6	—	1.3
Sweet Potato... Food 2 Food 2 • HARRIS TEETER Sweet Potato Sticks Ready Veggies	85g	24.0	82	17.7	5.9	3.5	—	1.2

Better Burger Leaf vs Organic Cooked Beets

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Better Burge... Food 1 Food 1 • MANN PACKING COMPANY, INC. Better Burger Leaf	85g	2.3	18	2.4	1.2	1.2	—	1.2
Organic Cook... Food 2 Food 2 • LOVE BEETS USA, LLC Organic Cooked Beets	95g	16.0	32	10.5	6.3	2.1	—	1.1

Kale & Beet Salad vs Spring Mix Baby Lettuce & Greens, Spring Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kale & Beet ... Food 1 Food 1 • TAYLOR FRESH FOODS, INC. Kale & Beet Salad	85g	10.0	41	9.4	4.7	3.5	—	2.4
Spring Mix B... Food 2 Food 2 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Spring Mix Baby Lettuce & Greens	142g	6.0	25	3.5	0.7	1.4	—	2.1

Power Greens Baby Chard, Kale And Spinach vs Organic, Broccoli Florets

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Power Greens... Food 1 Food 1 • TAYLOR FRESH FOODS, INC. Power Greens Baby Chard, Kale And Spinach	85g	3.9	29	3.5	—	1.2	—	2.4
Organic, Bro... Food 2 Food 2 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Organic, Broccoli Florets	85g	9.3	35	7.1	1.2	2.4	—	2.4

3 Color Diced Bell Peppers, 3 Color vs Broccoli & Carrots

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
3 Color Dice... Food 1 Food 1 • H E BUTT GROCERY COMPANY 3 Color Diced Bell Peppers	198g	10.1	18	4.0	2.5	1.5	—	0.5
Broccoli & C... Food 2 Food 2 • HY-VEE, INC. Broccoli & Carrots	85g	7.9	35	7.1	2.4	2.4	—	2.4

Aerofarms Baby Kale, 4 Oz vs Buffalo Ranch Green Cabbage, Green Leaf Lettuce, Kale, Carrots, Red Cabbage, Green Onions, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Fried Onions, Buffalo Ranch Dressing Chopped Kit, Buffalo Ranch

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Aerofarms Ba... Food 1 Food 1 • AEROFARMS LLC Aerofarms Baby Kale, 4 Oz	113g	0.0	35	4.4	0.9	4.4	1.3	2.7
Buffalo Ranc... Food 2 Food 2 • DOLE FRESH VEGETABLES INC. Buffalo Ranch Green Cabbage, Green Leaf Lettuce, Kale, Carrots, Red Cabbage, Green Onions, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Fried Onions, Buffalo Ranch Dressing Chopped Kit	100g	11.8	140	8.0	3.0	2.0	11.0	2.0

Organic Spring Mix & Baby Kale vs Grilling Zucchini Planks

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Spri... Food 1 Food 1 • AHOLD USA, INC. Organic Spring Mix & Baby Kale	85g	3.9	29	4.7	1.2	2.4	0.6	2.4
Grilling Zuc... Food 2 Food 2 • CALDWELL & SON INC. Grilling Zucchini Planks	85g	4.0	18	3.5	2.4	1.2	—	1.2

Carrot Meets Ranch Baby Cut Carrots With Natural Seasoning Veggie Snackers, Carrot Meets Ranch vs Sweet Organic Apple Slices, Sweet

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Carrot Meets... Food 1 Food 1 • WM. BOLTHOUSE FARMS INC. Carrot Meets Ranch Baby Cut Carrots With Natural Seasoning Veggie Snackers	64g	8.0	39	9.4	6.3	3.1	—	1.6
Sweet Organi... Food 2 Food 2 • CRUNCH PAK HOLDING COMPANY, LLC Sweet Organic Apple Slices	62g	22.6	56	12.9	9.7	1.6	—	—

Mann's, Culinary Cuts, Butternut Squash Fresh Pasta Swap vs Tamarind Pulp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mann's, Culi... Food 1 Food 1 • MANN PACKING COMPANY, INC. Mann's, Culinary Cuts, Butternut Squash Fresh Pasta Swap	85g	15.9	47	11.8	2.4	2.4	—	1.2
Tamarind Pulp Food 2 Food 2 • EL SABOR DE MEXICO INCORPORATED Tamarind Pulp	10g	2.0	100	20.0	70.0	10.0	—	—

Far Fast Blend vs Vegetable Stew Medley

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Far Fast Blend Food 1 Food 1 • HANNAFORD BROS. CO. Far Fast Blend	85g	5.9	24	5.9	2.4	2.4	—	1.2
Vegetable St... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Vegetable Stew Medley	85g	19.9	59	14.1	2.4	2.4	—	1.2

Mighty Micro Sunflower, Pea & Radish Micros Mix, Mighty Micro vs Shredded Lettuce Crisp Iceberg Lettuce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mighty Micro... Food 1 Food 1 • AGBOTIC, INC Mighty Micro Sunflower, Pea & Radish Micros Mix	113g	1.7	7	1.8	—	0.9	—	0.9
Shredded Let... Food 2 Food 2 • READY PAC PRODUCE, INC. Shredded Lettuce Crisp Iceberg Lettuce	85g	4.0	12	3.5	2.4	1.2	—	1.2

Whole Baby Carrots vs Cut & Peeled Supreme Petite Baby Carrots

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Baby C... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Whole Baby Carrots	85g	9.9	35	8.2	4.7	2.4	—	—
Cut & Peeled... Food 2 Food 2 • PRICE CHOPPER SUPERMARKETS Cut & Peeled Supreme Petite Baby Carrots	85g	11.9	41	9.4	5.9	2.4	—	1.2

Broccolini With Pine Nuts And Herb Butter vs Organic, Baby Carrots

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Broccolini W... Food 1 Food 1 • RALEY'S Broccolini With Pine Nuts And Herb Butter	50g	5.9	90	8.0	2.0	2.0	5.0	4.0
Organic, Bab... Food 2 Food 2 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Organic, Baby Carrots	85g	9.5	35	8.2	4.7	3.5	—	1.2

Power Greens Loaded With Spinach And Kale vs Zucchini And Yellow Squash Spirals Vegetable Noodles, Zucchini And Yellow Squash Spirals

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Power Greens... Food 1 Food 1 • STATE GARDEN INC. Power Greens Loaded With Spinach And Kale	85g	1.9	29	3.5	—	2.4	—	3.5
Zucchini And... Food 2 Food 2 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Zucchini And Yellow Squash Spirals Vegetable Noodles	85g	4.0	18	3.5	2.4	1.2	—	1.2

Garlic Herb Root Vegetables vs Earthbound Farm, Organic Baby Spinach

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Garlic Herb ... Food 1 Food 1 • SANTA'S FOREST, INC. Garlic Herb Root Vegetables	113g	27.5	133	14.2	2.7	1.8	8.0	1.8
Earthbound F... Food 2 Food 2 • TAYLOR FRESH FOODS, INC. Earthbound Farm, Organic Baby Spinach	85g	1.9	24	3.5	—	2.4	—	2.4

A Mild And Savory Shredded Collards, Mild And Savory vs Bolthouse Farms, Baby Cut Carrots

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
A Mild And S... Food 1 Food 1 • WALTER P. RAWL & SONS, INC. A Mild And Savory Shredded Collards, Mild And Savory	85g	4.0	29	5.9	—	3.5	—	2.4
Bolthouse Fa... Food 2 Food 2 • PRODUCE MARKETING ASSOCIATION Bolthouse Farms, Baby Cut Carrots	85g	11.9	41	9.4	5.9	2.4	—	1.2

Clover Sprouts vs Baby Romaine

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Clover Sprouts Food 1 Food 1 • KWOKCHENG ENTERPRISE INC. Clover Sprouts	85g	2.2	29	3.5	—	2.4	0.6	3.5
Baby Romaine Food 2 Food 2 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Baby Romaine	85g	1.9	24	3.5	1.2	2.4	—	1.2

Peeled Baby Carrots vs Deli Leaf Curly, Crunchy Sandwich Builder, Deli Leaf

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peeled Baby ... Food 1 Food 1 • HARRIS TEETER Peeled Baby Carrots	85g	9.9	35	8.2	4.7	2.4	—	1.2
Deli Leaf Cu... Food 2 Food 2 • MISIONERO VEGETABLES Deli Leaf Curly, Crunchy Sandwich Builder	142g	2.8	14	2.8	0.7	1.4	—	1.4

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