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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Mixed Greens & Spinach Salad vs Roasted Kale, Sea Salt

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mixed Greens... Food 1 Food 1 • GREEN CHEMICAL PRODUCTS INC. Mixed Greens & Spinach Salad	85g	1.9	24	3.5	—	2.4	—	2.4
Roasted Kale... Food 2 Food 2 • RHYTHM SUPERFOODS, LLC Roasted Kale, Sea Salt	11g	1.8	455	18.2	—	9.1	40.9	18.2

Baby Spinach & Spring Mix Organic 50/50 Blend, Baby Spinach & Spring Mix vs Organic, Rainbow Whole Carrots, Rainbow

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Baby Spinach... Food 1 Food 1 • H E BUTT GROCERY COMPANY Baby Spinach & Spring Mix Organic 50/50 Blend	142g	4.0	28	3.5	0.7	2.1	0.4	2.8
Organic, Rai... Food 2 Food 2 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Organic, Rainbow Whole Carrots, Rainbow	78g	12.7	38	9.0	5.1	2.6	—	1.3

Butternut Veggiccine vs Fresh Green Onions

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Butternut Ve... Food 1 Food 1 • VEGGIE NOODLE CO, LLC Butternut Veggiccine	76g	18.4	46	11.8	2.6	2.6	—	1.3
Fresh Green ... Food 2 Food 2 • GROWERS EXPRESS LLC Fresh Green Onions	25g	2.0	40	8.0	4.0	4.0	—	—

Seedless Lemons vs Jack Rabbit Pinto Beans, 16 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Seedless Lemons Food 1 Food 1 • WORLD VARIETY PRODUCE, INC. Seedless Lemons	90g	11.2	28	8.9	2.2	3.3	—	1.1
Jack Rabbit ... Food 2 Food 2 • WICKES AGRICULTURE Jack Rabbit Pinto Beans, 16 Oz	35g	49.1	229	60.0	2.9	34.3	2.9	20.0

Organic Lemons vs Carrots Matchstick

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Lemons Food 1 Food 1 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Organic Lemons	90g	12.0	28	8.9	2.2	2.2	—	—
Carrots Matc... Food 2 Food 2 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Carrots Matchstick	85g	11.9	41	9.4	5.9	2.4	—	1.2

Texas Celery vs Three Berry Blueberries, Blackberries, Raspberries Blend, Three Berry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Texas Celery Food 1 Food 1 • PRODUCE MARKETING ASSOCIATION Texas Celery	930g	6.3	2	0.5	—	0.2	—	0.1
Three Berry ... Food 2 Food 2 • COLUMBIA FRUIT LLC Three Berry Blueberries, Blackberries, Raspberries Blend	140g	24.0	57	13.6	—	5.0	0.5	0.7

Sun Dried Tomato Pesto vs Pizza Super Heavy Sauce With Basil, Pizza With Basil

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sun Dried T... Food 1 Food 1 • STONEWALL KITCHEN LTD. Sun Dried Tomato Pesto	30g	19.6	167	13.3	6.7	3.3	11.7	3.3
Pizza Super ... Food 2 Food 2 • SMART & FINAL IRIS CORPORATION Pizza Super Heavy Sauce With Basil, Pizza With Basil	63g	11.9	56	12.7	7.9	3.2	—	3.2

Original Premium Marinara Sauce, Original vs Spicy Marinara Sauce, Spicy

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Pre... Food 1 Food 1 • DELL AMORE' INC. Original Premium Marinara Sauce	151g	11.8	60	8.0	5.3	2.0	2.7	2.0
Spicy Marina... Food 2 Food 2 • G L MEZZETTA, INC. Spicy Marinara Sauce	125g	11.1	80	7.2	4.8	1.6	6.4	1.6

White Tuffle Marinara, White Tuffle vs Amore Arrabbiata Pasta Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Tuffle... Food 1 Food 1 • SOVOS BRANDS INTERMEDIATE, INC. White Tuffle Marinara	125g	7.9	64	4.8	3.2	0.8	5.6	1.6
Amore Arrabb... Food 2 Food 2 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Amore Arrabbiata Pasta Sauce	125g	9.9	72	6.4	3.2	2.4	4.8	0.8

Heirloom Marinara Vine Ripened Tomato Sauce, Heirloom Marinara vs Sicilian Gravy Style Pasta Sauce, Sicilian Gravy

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Heirloom Mar... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Heirloom Marinara Vine Ripened Tomato Sauce	126g	11.0	56	6.4	4.0	0.8	2.4	1.6
Sicilian Gra... Food 2 Food 2 • L AND S PACKING CO INC Sicilian Gravy Style Pasta Sauce	125g	11.9	72	5.6	3.2	0.8	4.8	1.6

Strained Tomatoes Sauce, Strained Tomatoes vs Calcots Sauce, Calcots

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Strained Tom... Food 1 Food 1 • PASTIFICIO ATTILIO MASTROMAURO Strained Tomatoes Sauce	125g	10.0	38	5.6	4.8	1.6	0.8	1.6
Calcots Sauce Food 2 Food 2 • SPICE RACK RECORDS Calcots Sauce	30g	3.0	456	7.3	3.3	2.0	46.0	3.0

Tomato & Basil Sauce, Tomato & Basil vs Meat Flavor Pasta Sauce, Meat

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tomato & Bas... Food 1 Food 1 • HIRZEL CANNING COMPANY Tomato & Basil Sauce	121g	13.8	50	7.4	5.8	1.7	1.7	1.7
Meat Flavor ... Food 2 Food 2 Meat Flavor Pasta Sauce, Meat	125g	11.1	56	7.2	4.8	1.6	2.4	1.6

Tacoma Boys, Portobello Mushroom Pasta Sauce vs Arrabbiata Hot & Spicy Pasta Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tacoma Boys,... Food 1 Food 1 • GOURMET GARDENS SPECIALITY FOODS, INC. Tacoma Boys, Portobello Mushroom Pasta Sauce	120g	23.8	58	11.7	5.8	1.7	0.8	1.7
Arrabbiata H... Food 2 Food 2 • HY-VEE, INC. Arrabbiata Hot & Spicy Pasta Sauce	125g	5.9	80	3.2	3.2	0.8	7.2	0.8

Traditional Smooth Passata vs Spaghetti Sauce, Ground Beef

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Traditional ... Food 1 Food 1 • ALANRIC FOOD DISTRIBUTORS, INC. Traditional Smooth Passata	60g	3.3	25	3.3	1.7	1.7	—	1.7
Spaghetti Sa... Food 2 Food 2 • MR. BEVERAGES OLD TIME COCKTAIL MIXES Spaghetti Sauce, Ground Beef	125g	25.9	56	12.0	5.6	1.6	0.8	1.6

Vegan Pesto, Vegan vs Traditional Marinara Sauce, Traditional Marinara

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Vegan Pesto Food 1 Food 1 • GOTHAM GREENS FARMS LLC Vegan Pesto	57g	6.4	456	5.3	—	1.8	49.1	3.5
Traditional ... Food 2 Food 2 • E-Z CATCH & COMPANY, LLC Traditional Marinara Sauce	113g	11.9	62	6.2	3.5	0.9	3.5	0.9

Extra Heavy Pizza Sauce, Extra Heavy Pizza vs Pasta Sauce, Tomato Basil

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Extra Heavy ... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC. Extra Heavy Pizza Sauce	63g	7.9	56	11.1	6.4	4.8	—	1.6
Pasta Sauce,... Food 2 Food 2 • UNITED NATURAL FOODS, INC. Pasta Sauce, Tomato Basil	125g	17.5	56	10.4	6.4	1.6	0.8	1.6

Traditional Sauce, Traditional vs Pizza Sauce, Traditional

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Traditional ... Food 1 Food 1 • HIRZEL CANNING COMPANY Traditional Sauce	121g	13.8	41	7.4	5.8	1.7	0.8	1.7
Pizza Sauce,... Food 2 Food 2 • BOTTICELLI FOODS CORP. Pizza Sauce, Traditional	32g	4.0	109	9.4	6.3	3.1	6.3	3.1

Gourmet Italian Sauce, Tomato Basil vs Tomato, Onion & Garlic Extra Chunky Pasta Sauce, Tomato, Onion & Garlic

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Gourmet Ital... Food 1 Food 1 • BISCOTTI DI BARBARA Gourmet Italian Sauce, Tomato Basil	125g	13.7	120	6.4	4.0	0.8	11.2	1.6
Tomato, Onio... Food 2 Food 2 • HY-VEE, INC. Tomato, Onion & Garlic Extra Chunky Pasta Sauce, Tomato, Onion & Garlic	127g	19.8	71	10.2	7.9	2.4	2.4	1.6

Italian Sausage & Garlic Meat Sauce, Italian Sausage & Garlic vs Roasted Garlic Organic Pasta Sauce, Roasted Garlic

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Italian Saus... Food 1 Food 1 • CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Italian Sausage & Garlic Meat Sauce	120g	19.8	75	10.8	8.3	2.5	2.5	2.5
Roasted Garl... Food 2 Food 2 • FAIRWAY OPERATING CORP. Roasted Garlic Organic Pasta Sauce	118g	10.2	34	5.9	2.5	0.8	0.9	1.7

Francesco Rinaldi, Traditional Pasta Sauce, Original, Original vs Spicy Arrabbiata Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Francesco Ri... Food 1 Food 1 • LIDESTRI FOODS, INC. Francesco Rinaldi, Traditional Pasta Sauce, Original, Original	124g	21.9	65	10.5	6.5	1.6	2.4	1.6
Spicy Arrabb... Food 2 Food 2 • JAMBCO INC. Spicy Arrabbiata Sauce	125g	9.5	64	6.4	4.0	1.6	3.2	0.8

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