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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Santa Bremor Maties Xxl Selected Herring Fillet Pieces 260 G vs Old Fisherman Roasted Eel 100 G

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Santa Bremor... Food 1 Food 1 • NO BRAND OWNER SUPPLIED FOR NEW ZEALAND DATA Santa Bremor Maties Xxl Selected Herring Fillet Pieces 260 G	52g	1.9	355	1.9	1.9	—	35.0	10.0
Old Fisherma... Food 2 Food 2 • NO BRAND OWNER SUPPLIED FOR NEW ZEALAND DATA Old Fisherman Roasted Eel 100 G	50g	11.3	240	12.0	10.0	—	12.0	20.0

Badaone Dried & Sliced Squid Roasted Flavor 250 G vs Katsuyama Fish Cake 50 Gx3

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Badaone Drie... Food 1 Food 1 • NO BRAND OWNER SUPPLIED FOR NEW ZEALAND DATA Badaone Dried & Sliced Squid Roasted Flavor 250 G	25g	0.2	295	0.4	—	—	2.7	63.6
Katsuyama Fi... Food 2 Food 2 • NO BRAND OWNER SUPPLIED FOR NEW ZEALAND DATA Katsuyama Fish Cake 50 Gx3	50g	13.3	121	13.6	10.8	—	0.2	12.2

Cando Kina Sea Urchin 150 G vs Shore Mariner Seafood Marinara Mix 1 Kg

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cando Kina S... Food 1 Food 1 • NO BRAND OWNER SUPPLIED FOR NEW ZEALAND DATA Cando Kina Sea Urchin 150 G	100g	3.5	90	1.8	0.1	—	4.7	10.1
Shore Marine... Food 2 Food 2 • NO BRAND OWNER SUPPLIED FOR NEW ZEALAND DATA Shore Mariner Seafood Marinara Mix 1 Kg	200g	6.3	58	1.6	1.4	—	0.6	11.4

Mai, Miso Dressing Marinade & Cooking Sauce, Spicy Ginger, Spicy Ginger vs Rustica Coarse Passata

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mai, Miso Dr... Food 1 Food 1 • GENJI, INC. Mai, Miso Dressing Marinade & Cooking Sauce, Spicy Ginger, Spicy Ginger	30g	3.7	467	6.7	3.3	—	50.0	3.3
Rustica Coar... Food 2 Food 2 • ALANRIC FOOD DISTRIBUTORS, INC. Rustica Coarse Passata	60g	9.9	53	6.7	5.0	1.7	1.7	1.7

Kelp Granules Organic Sea Seasonings, Kelp Granules vs Maple And Onion Dip & Spread Mix, Maple And Onion

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kelp Granule... Food 1 Food 1 • MAINE COAST SEA VEGETABLES, INC. Kelp Granules Organic Sea Seasonings	3g	2.0	267	66.7	—	33.3	—	—
Maple And On... Food 2 Food 2 • WIND & WILLOW, INC. Maple And Onion Dip & Spread Mix	4g	6.0	375	75.0	75.0	—	—	—

Ultimate Vegetable Seasoning vs Crunchy Bake Fish Seasoned Coating Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ultimate Veg... Food 1 Food 1 • GRAND-HOLLIS, LLC Ultimate Vegetable Seasoning	5g	3.8	300	60.0	—	20.0	—	20.0
Crunchy Bake... Food 2 Food 2 • LOUISIANA FISH FRY LTD. Crunchy Bake Fish Seasoned Coating Mix	18g	100.0	333	66.7	—	5.6	8.3	11.1

Adobo Seasoning vs Fish Fry Seasoning, Fish Fry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Adobo Seasoning Food 1 Food 1 • BIG Y FOODS, INC. Adobo Seasoning	10g	2.5	68	15.0	—	1.0	1.0	60.0
Fish Fry Sea... Food 2 Food 2 • TARGIL Fish Fry Seasoning	15g	17.9	333	66.7	—	6.7	3.3	—

S&B, Golden Curry, Sauce Mix, Hot, Hot vs Tomato & Basil Pasta Sauce, Tomato; Basil

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
S&B, Golden ... Food 1 Food 1 • S & B SHOKUHIN COMPANY LTD S&B, Golden Curry, Sauce Mix, Hot, Hot	20g	13.1	550	40.0	10.0	5.0	35.0	5.0
Tomato & Bas... Food 2 Food 2 • RIVIANA FOODS INC. Tomato & Basil Pasta Sauce, Tomato; Basil	125g	9.6	40	6.4	4.0	1.6	0.8	1.6

Organics Seasoning Mix, Chili vs Original Chili Seasoning, Original Chili

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organics Sea... Food 1 Food 1 • MCCORMICK & COMPANY, INC. Organics Seasoning Mix, Chili	9g	100.0	333	66.7	—	11.1	5.6	11.1
Original Chi... Food 2 Food 2 • C.H. GUENTHER & SON LLC Original Chili Seasoning	3g	2.0	286	57.1	28.6	28.6	—	—

Kettle Popcorn vs Smoky Bbq Rub Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kettle Popcorn Food 1 Food 1 • CHICAGO CUSTOM FOODS, LLC Kettle Popcorn	1g	2.0	417	83.3	83.3	—	—	—
Smoky Bbq Ru... Food 2 Food 2 • 5TH & LENORA, INC. Smoky Bbq Rub Sauce	3g	3.5	333	66.7	33.3	8.3	—	—

Basil Balsamic Veggie Marinade Mix, Basil Balsamic vs Chili Seasoning Mix, Chili

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Basil Balsam... Food 1 Food 1 • MCCORMICK & COMPANY, INC. Basil Balsamic Veggie Marinade Mix	3g	100.0	333	66.7	33.3	—	—	—
Chili Season... Food 2 Food 2 • MCCORMICK & COMPANY, INC. Chili Seasoning Mix	8g	7.7	375	62.5	—	12.5	12.5	12.5

Organic Coco Aminos Essential Seasoning Sauce vs (Ground Shrimp)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Coco... Food 1 Food 1 • JORDAN EYEWEAR, INC. Organic Coco Aminos Essential Seasoning Sauce	5g	4.0	200	40.0	40.0	—	—	—
(Ground Shrimp) Food 2 Food 2 • MI COSTENITA FOOD DIST. (Ground Shrimp)	28g	1.2	314	3.6	2.4	1.0	3.9	66.5

Nutritional Yeast vs Twin Cities Grub Rub

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Nutritional ... Food 1 Food 1 • LIVE FOOD PRODUCTS INC. Nutritional Yeast	10g	1.8	400	30.0	—	20.0	—	50.0
Twin Cities ... Food 2 Food 2 • SPIRIT SALES & MARKETING Twin Cities Grub Rub	5g	4.0	300	60.0	40.0	20.0	—	—

Rod 'N Surf Rubs & Seasonings, Rod 'N Surf vs New England Garlic Pepper Seasoning Rub

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Rod 'N Surf ... Food 1 Food 1 • VR FOODS, LLC Rod 'N Surf Rubs & Seasonings	4g	2.0	250	50.0	—	25.0	—	—
New England ... Food 2 Food 2 • BIG Y FOODS, INC. New England Garlic Pepper Seasoning Rub	10g	6.1	210	41.0	—	10.0	2.0	8.0

Original Chili Seasoning vs Smokin' Chipotle Flavor Plant Based Street Taco Ground Veggie Meatless Mix, Smokin' Chipotle

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Chi... Food 1 Food 1 • GOLD STAR CHILI INCORPORATED Original Chili Seasoning	7g	5.8	286	57.1	—	14.3	—	14.3
Smokin' Chip... Food 2 Food 2 • STONEWALL KITCHEN, LLC Smokin' Chipotle Flavor Plant Based Street Taco Ground Veggie Meatless Mix	19g	5.5	263	36.8	15.8	21.1	—	42.1

Spicy Red Chiles, Red Bell Peppers, & Vinegar Sambal Oelek Sauce Starter, Spicy Red Chiles, Red Bell Peppers, & Vinegar vs Healthy Earth Seasonings

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spicy Red Ch... Food 1 Food 1 • WOODLAND FOODS Spicy Red Chiles, Red Bell Peppers, & Vinegar Sambal Oelek Sauce Starter, Spicy Red Chiles, Red Bell Peppers, & Vinegar	15g	17.5	300	73.3	26.7	13.3	—	13.3
Healthy Eart... Food 2 Food 2 • ALLEGRO COFFEE COMPANY Healthy Earth Seasonings	3g	1.9	286	57.1	—	28.6	—	28.6

Sweet Salt Seasoning vs Coat & Bake Pork

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sweet Salt S... Food 1 Food 1 • MONTANA MEX LLC Sweet Salt Seasoning	1g	2.0	385	76.9	76.9	—	—	—
Coat & Bake ... Food 2 Food 2 • FINLAY EXTRACTS & INGREDIENTS USA, INC. Coat & Bake Pork	9g	13.6	389	77.8	—	—	5.6	11.1

Pizza Sauce vs Asian Home Gourmet, Spice Paste For Indian Butter Chicken, Mild, Mild

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pizza Sauce Food 1 Food 1 • VICTORIA FINE FOODS LLC Pizza Sauce	64g	9.3	47	6.3	4.7	1.6	1.6	1.6
Asian Home G... Food 2 Food 2 • ASIAN HOME GOURMET (CPL) PTE LTD Asian Home Gourmet, Spice Paste For Indian Butter Chicken, Mild, Mild	13g	0.0	231	7.7	7.7	7.7	15.4	7.7

Raw Sprouted Green Smoothies Crackers vs All Purpose Pasta Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Raw Sprouted... Food 1 Food 1 • IT'S ALIVE Raw Sprouted Green Smoothies Crackers	24g	3.5	625	20.8	4.2	12.5	45.8	29.2
All Purpose ... Food 2 Food 2 • ALANRIC FOOD DISTRIBUTORS, INC. All Purpose Pasta Sauce	125g	12.7	56	6.4	4.0	—	2.8	1.6

Santa Fe Chile Seasoning, Santa Fe Chile vs Cinnamon Sugar, Cinnamon

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Santa Fe Chi... Food 1 Food 1 • LOS CHILEROS DE NUEVO MEXICO Santa Fe Chile Seasoning	16g	15.5	281	68.8	—	18.8	3.1	12.5
Cinnamon Sugar Food 2 Food 2 • GEL SPICE COMPANY INC Cinnamon Sugar	4g	8.0	375	100.0	100.0	—	—	—

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