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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Chili Pesto vs Carrettiera Gourmet Pasta Sauce, Carrettiera

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chili Pesto Food 1 Food 1 • ALDI INC. Chili Pesto	47g	2.0	170	4.3	2.1	2.1	14.9	2.1
Carrettiera ... Food 2 Food 2 • STINO DA NAPOLI Carrettiera Gourmet Pasta Sauce	113g	3.9	62	3.5	2.7	1.8	5.3	0.9

Organic Marinara Pasta Sauce vs Bove's, Pasta Sauce, Vodka, Vodka

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Mari... Food 1 Food 1 • KOHL CORPORATION Organic Marinara Pasta Sauce	124g	19.9	65	10.5	5.7	2.4	2.0	2.4
Bove's, Past... Food 2 Food 2 • BOVE'S OF VERMONT INC. Bove's, Pasta Sauce, Vodka, Vodka	113g	11.7	124	7.1	4.4	1.8	8.9	1.8

Kroger, Chunky Pasta Sauce, Green Pepper, Mushroom, Green Pepper, Mushroom vs Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kroger, Chun... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Kroger, Chunky Pasta Sauce, Green Pepper, Mushroom, Green Pepper, Mushroom	128g	22.0	70	10.9	7.0	2.3	2.0	2.3
Tomato Basil... Food 2 Food 2 Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce	250g	6.4	28	3.6	2.4	0.4	1.0	0.8

White Bean & Roasted Garlic Sauce, White Bean & Roasted Garlic vs Sockarooni No Sugar Added Peppers, Spices &The Whole Shebang! Pasta Sauce, Sockarooni

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Bean &... Food 1 Food 1 • CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY White Bean & Roasted Garlic Sauce	120g	17.9	75	12.5	2.5	5.0	1.3	3.3
Sockarooni N... Food 2 Food 2 • NEWMAN'S OWN, INC. Sockarooni No Sugar Added Peppers, Spices &The Whole Shebang! Pasta Sauce	125g	14.3	56	9.6	4.8	2.4	0.8	2.4

Pasta Sauce Three Cheese vs Tomato With Basil Pasta Sauce, Tomato With Basil

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pasta Sauce ... Food 1 Food 1 • WESTERN FAMILY FOODS, INC. Pasta Sauce Three Cheese	126g	21.8	63	11.1	7.9	2.4	1.2	1.6
Tomato With ... Food 2 Food 2 • B & K PRECISION CORPORATION Tomato With Basil Pasta Sauce	100g	17.9	90	10.0	6.0	1.0	2.5	1.0

Harris Teeter, H.T. Traders, Marinara Sauce For Pasta vs Creamy Vodka Sauce, Creamy Vodka

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Harris Teete... Food 1 Food 1 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Harris Teeter, H.T. Traders, Marinara Sauce For Pasta	126g	15.8	71	7.9	3.2	1.6	5.6	1.6
Creamy Vodka... Food 2 Food 2 • NEW SEASONS MARKET, LLC Creamy Vodka Sauce	125g	11.1	88	7.2	4.0	1.6	5.6	2.4

Marinara Organic Pasta Sauce, Marinara vs Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Marinara Org... Food 1 Food 1 • STAR MARKETS CO. Marinara Organic Pasta Sauce	125g	12.8	40	8.8	4.8	2.4	—	1.6
Tomato Basil... Food 2 Food 2 Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce	250g	6.4	28	3.6	2.4	0.4	1.0	0.8

Tomatoes Pizza Sauce, Tomatoes vs Hoboken Farms Marinara Sauce, 25 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tomatoes Piz... Food 1 Food 1 • B&G FOODS NORTH AMERICA, INC. Tomatoes Pizza Sauce	62g	6.0	56	6.5	4.8	1.6	2.4	1.6
Hoboken Farm... Food 2 Food 2 • HOBOKEN FARM STAND INC. Hoboken Farms Marinara Sauce, 25 Oz	113g	10.5	71	5.3	2.7	—	5.3	0.9

Traditional Organic Pasta Sauce, Traditional vs New York Style Pizza Sauce, New York Style

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Traditional ... Food 1 Food 1 • WEIS MARKETS, INC. Traditional Organic Pasta Sauce	123g	17.7	73	10.6	7.3	3.3	2.0	2.4
New York Sty... Food 2 Food 2 • FERRARA FOOD COMPANY INC. New York Style Pizza Sauce	125g	11.1	80	6.4	4.0	0.8	4.8	2.4

Small Batch Arrabbiata Sauce vs Smooth Marinara Sauce, Smooth Marinara

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Small Batch ... Food 1 Food 1 • RJE TRADE INTERNATIONAL, INC. Small Batch Arrabbiata Sauce	125g	11.9	56	6.4	3.2	1.6	4.8	0.8
Smooth Marin... Food 2 Food 2 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Smooth Marinara Sauce	124g	15.9	65	8.9	4.8	2.4	2.0	2.4

Vegetables Pasta Sauce, Vegetables vs White Tuffle Marinara, White Tuffle

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Vegetables P... Food 1 Food 1 • ROUSE'S ENTERPRISES, INC. Vegetables Pasta Sauce	125g	4.7	72	3.2	3.2	0.8	4.8	4.0
White Tuffle... Food 2 Food 2 • SOVOS BRANDS INTERMEDIATE, INC. White Tuffle Marinara	125g	7.9	64	4.8	3.2	0.8	5.6	1.6

Vodka Cremosa Sauce, Vodka Cremosa vs Pasta Sauces, Dad's Original

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Vodka Cremos... Food 1 Food 1 • SILVER STATE FOODS, INC. Vodka Cremosa Sauce	184g	11.9	76	4.4	2.2	1.1	4.9	1.1
Pasta Sauces... Food 2 Food 2 • JAMBCO INC. Pasta Sauces, Dad's Original	125g	8.0	64	5.6	4.0	1.6	3.2	0.8

Cafe Cortina, Fresh Tomato Basil Sauce vs Tallarico's, Vodka Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cafe Cortina... Food 1 Food 1 • RISTORANTE CAFE CORTINA, INC. Cafe Cortina, Fresh Tomato Basil Sauce	113g	7.9	53	5.3	4.4	1.8	2.7	0.9
Tallarico's,... Food 2 Food 2 • TALLARICO FOOD PRODUCTS Tallarico's, Vodka Sauce	122g	12.0	74	6.6	4.9	1.6	4.9	1.6

Sauce, Six Cheese vs Marinara With Italian Herbs & Fresh Garlic Organic Sauce, Marinara With Italian Herbs & Fresh Garlic

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sauce, Six C... Food 1 Food 1 • MIZKAN AMERICA, INC. Sauce, Six Cheese	129g	23.7	70	10.9	7.0	1.6	1.9	2.3
Marinara Wit... Food 2 Food 2 • MIZKAN AMERICA, INC. Marinara With Italian Herbs & Fresh Garlic Organic Sauce	125g	22.0	56	8.8	—	—	1.2	—

Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce, Tomato Basil vs Pesto Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tomato Basil... Food 1 Food 1 • H E BUTT GROCERY COMPANY Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce	113g	10.5	53	7.1	3.5	1.8	1.3	1.8
Pesto Sauce Food 2 Food 2 • JAYCO SALES INTERNATIONAL, INC. Pesto Sauce	40g	28.4	375	15.0	5.0	—	32.5	2.5

Original Traditional Italian Pasta Sauce, Original vs Organic Pasta Sauce, Roasted Vegetables

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Tra... Food 1 Food 1 • CASCONE'S FOOD PRODUCTS Original Traditional Italian Pasta Sauce	125g	19.9	56	10.4	6.4	2.4	0.8	2.4
Organic Past... Food 2 Food 2 • SONOMA GOURMET Organic Pasta Sauce, Roasted Vegetables	125g	11.8	88	5.6	3.2	0.8	7.2	1.6

Tomato Basil Sauce, Tomato Basil vs Central Market, Puttanesca Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tomato Basil... Food 1 Food 1 • SWEATER STONE, INC. Tomato Basil Sauce	120g	10.0	33	5.0	1.7	0.8	1.3	0.8
Central Mark... Food 2 Food 2 • H E BUTT GROCERY COMPANY Central Market, Puttanesca Sauce	120g	5.9	75	4.2	3.3	1.7	5.8	1.7

Sweet & Tasty Tomato Pasta Sauce vs Parmigiana Pasta Sauce, Parmigiana

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sweet & Tast... Food 1 Food 1 • LIDESTRI FOODS, INC. Sweet & Tasty Tomato Pasta Sauce	124g	27.9	56	12.9	8.9	1.6	0.8	1.6
Parmigiana P... Food 2 Food 2 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Parmigiana Pasta Sauce	125g	9.5	80	6.4	3.2	1.6	6.4	1.6

Spartan, Chunky Garden Combo Pasta Sauce vs Sugo Di Pomodoro Alla Puttanesca With Olives And Capers

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spartan, Chu... Food 1 Food 1 • MCILHENNY COMPANY Spartan, Chunky Garden Combo Pasta Sauce	127g	19.8	55	10.2	7.9	2.4	1.2	1.6
Sugo Di Pomo... Food 2 Food 2 • DON ANTONIO Sugo Di Pomodoro Alla Puttanesca With Olives And Capers	125g	21.8	104	12.8	12.8	4.0	4.8	1.6

Bolognese Pasta Sauce With Barolo Wine vs Vodka Sauce, Vodka

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bolognese Pa... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Bolognese Pasta Sauce With Barolo Wine	125g	17.5	128	8.8	4.8	1.6	7.2	8.0
Vodka Sauce Food 2 Food 2 • SOVOS BRANDS INTERMEDIATE, INC. Vodka Sauce	125g	11.9	72	5.6	4.0	0.8	4.8	2.4

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