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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Organic Peeled Italian Tomatoes vs Italian Peeled Tomatoes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Peel... Food 1 Food 1 • VIGO IMPORTING COMPANY Organic Peeled Italian Tomatoes	8.1	18	3.6	2.9	0.7	—	0.7
Italian Peel... Food 2 Food 2 • PASTIFICIO ATTILIO MASTROMAURO Italian Peeled Tomatoes	5.9	19	3.1	2.3	0.8	—	1.5

S&W, Petite Cut, Tomatoes, Diced With Garlic, Oregano & Basil vs Tomato Paste, Pesto

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
S&W, Petite ... Food 1 Food 1 • DEL MONTE FOODS INC. S&W, Petite Cut, Tomatoes, Diced With Garlic, Oregano & Basil	6.1	21	3.3	3.3	0.8	—	0.8
Tomato Paste... Food 2 Food 2 • DEL MONTE FOODS INC. Tomato Paste, Pesto	7.9	106	18.2	9.1	6.1	1.5	3.0

Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes With Green Chilies, Fire Roasted With Green Chilies vs Whole Peeled Tomatoes Made With Sea Salt, Sea Salt

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fire Roasted... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes With Green Chilies, Fire Roasted With Green Chilies	7.9	21	4.3	2.6	0.9	—	0.9
Whole Peeled... Food 2 Food 2 • WEIS MARKETS, INC. Whole Peeled Tomatoes Made With Sea Salt, Sea Salt	7.9	22	4.3	2.6	0.9	—	0.9

Whole Peeled Pear Tomatoes With Basil vs Ready Organic Cherry Tomatoes Sauce

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Peeled... Food 1 Food 1 • AMERIFOODS TRADING COMPANY Whole Peeled Pear Tomatoes With Basil	6.1	21	3.3	2.5	0.8	—	0.8
Ready Organi... Food 2 Food 2 • SEGRETI DI SICILIA Ready Organic Cherry Tomatoes Sauce	8.0	25	5.0	3.0	1.0	0.5	1.0

Whole Peeled Pear Tomatoes With Basil vs Unpeeled Tomato Wedges In Olive Oil & Italian Spices, Olive Oil & Italian Spices

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Peeled... Food 1 Food 1 • AMERIFOODS TRADING COMPANY Whole Peeled Pear Tomatoes With Basil	6.1	21	3.3	2.5	0.8	—	0.8
Unpeeled Tom... Food 2 Food 2 Unpeeled Tomato Wedges In Olive Oil & Italian Spices, Olive Oil & Italian Spices	4.0	73	3.6	1.8	1.8	6.4	—

Petite Cut Diced Tomatoes vs Tomato No Salt Added Sauce, Tomato No Salt Added

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Petite Cut D... Food 1 Food 1 • HY-VEE, INC. Petite Cut Diced Tomatoes	8.1	21	4.1	2.5	0.8	—	0.8
Tomato No Sa... Food 2 Food 2 • ROUSE'S ENTERPRISES, INC. Tomato No Salt Added Sauce	4.0	25	4.9	3.3	1.6	—	1.6

Petite Diced Tomatoes In Tomato Juice, Tomato Juice vs Key Food, Italian Style Diced Tomatoes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Petite Diced... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Petite Diced Tomatoes In Tomato Juice, Tomato Juice	8.1	21	4.1	2.5	0.8	—	0.8
Key Food, It... Food 2 Food 2 • KEY FOOD STORES CO-OPERATIVE, INC. Key Food, Italian Style Diced Tomatoes	12.0	33	5.7	4.1	0.8	0.4	0.8

Flora Fine Foods, Authentic Italian Tomato vs Roma Tomatoes Puree, Roma Tomatoes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Flora Fine F... Food 1 Food 1 • FLORA'S DISTRIBUTORS, INC. Flora Fine Foods, Authentic Italian Tomato	6.1	20	4.1	3.3	1.6	—	0.8
Roma Tomatoe... Food 2 Food 2 • DEL MONTE FOODS INC. Roma Tomatoes Puree	9.9	56	11.1	6.4	3.2	—	1.6

Petite Diced Tomatoes With Onion, Celery & Pepper, Onion, Celery & Pepper vs Petite Diced Tomatoes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Petite Diced... Food 1 Food 1 • NASH FINCH COMPANY Petite Diced Tomatoes With Onion, Celery & Pepper, Onion, Celery & Pepper	16.0	33	7.3	5.7	0.8	—	0.8
Petite Diced... Food 2 Food 2 • FINLAY EXTRACTS & INGREDIENTS USA, INC. Petite Diced Tomatoes	12.0	24	5.7	4.1	0.8	—	0.8

Tomato No Salt Added Paste, Tomato vs Pear Tomatoes In Juice With Fresh Basil

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tomato No Sa... Food 1 Food 1 • MEIJER, INC. Tomato No Salt Added Paste	7.9	91	18.2	12.1	6.1	—	3.0
Pear Tomatoe... Food 2 Food 2 • THE NEIL JONES FOOD COMPANY Pear Tomatoes In Juice With Fresh Basil	8.0	20	4.0	2.4	0.8	—	0.8

San Marzano Style Garlic & Crushed Red Pepper Whole Peeled Tomatoes, San Marzano Style Garlic & Crushed Red Pepper vs Italian Tomatoes Chopped

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
San Marzano ... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC. San Marzano Style Garlic & Crushed Red Pepper Whole Peeled Tomatoes	11.8	33	6.6	4.1	1.7	—	1.7
Italian Toma... Food 2 Food 2 • ISOLA IMPORTS, INC. Italian Tomatoes Chopped	6.1	21	3.3	2.5	0.8	—	0.8

Fire Roasted Organic Petite Diced Green Tomatoes, Fire Roasted vs Organic Stewed Tomatoes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fire Roasted... Food 1 Food 1 • SIERRA QUALITY CANNERS Fire Roasted Organic Petite Diced Green Tomatoes	9.9	27	4.6	3.9	0.8	—	1.5
Organic Stew... Food 2 Food 2 • SIERRA QUALITY CANNERS Organic Stewed Tomatoes	11.9	27	5.5	3.1	0.8	—	0.8

Diced Tomatoes, Green Chilies Original vs Italian Style Tomato Sauce

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Diced Tomato... Food 1 Food 1 • BI-LO INC. Diced Tomatoes, Green Chilies Original	6.1	17	3.3	2.5	0.8	—	0.8
Italian Styl... Food 2 Food 2 • RALEY'S Italian Style Tomato Sauce	6.0	33	6.6	3.3	1.6	—	1.6

Diced Tomatoes Juice vs San Marzano Style Tomatoes, San Marzano Style

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Diced Tomato... Food 1 Food 1 • FAREWAY STORES, INC. Diced Tomatoes Juice	8.1	25	4.1	3.3	0.8	—	0.8
San Marzano ... Food 2 Food 2 • AHOLD USA, INC. San Marzano Style Tomatoes	8.1	21	4.1	2.5	0.8	—	—

Tomato Puree Italian Peeled Tomatoes vs Organic Petite Diced Tomatoes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tomato Puree... Food 1 Food 1 • A&G FOOD DISTRIBUTORS,LLC Tomato Puree Italian Peeled Tomatoes	4.0	26	3.2	3.2	1.6	0.4	1.6
Organic Peti... Food 2 Food 2 • JH BIOTECH, INC. Organic Petite Diced Tomatoes	8.1	21	4.2	2.5	0.8	—	—

Diced Tomatoes vs Yellow Whole Peeled In Juice Tomatoes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Diced Tomatoes Food 1 Food 1 • KILLER BROWNIE DISTRIBUTING Diced Tomatoes	8.0	20	4.1	2.4	0.8	—	0.8
Yellow Whole... Food 2 Food 2 • ALANRIC FOOD DISTRIBUTORS, INC. Yellow Whole Peeled In Juice Tomatoes	10.0	27	5.4	4.5	0.9	—	0.9

Goya, Tomato Paste vs Whole Tomatoes In Juice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Goya, Tomato... Food 1 Food 1 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Goya, Tomato Paste	9.9	91	21.2	15.2	6.1	—	3.0
Whole Tomato... Food 2 Food 2 • GEORGE DELALLO CO., INC. Whole Tomatoes In Juice	6.1	21	3.3	2.5	0.8	—	0.8

Italian Stewed Tomatoes With Italian Herbs vs Tomato Paste

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Italian Stew... Food 1 Food 1 • FINLAY EXTRACTS & INGREDIENTS USA, INC. Italian Stewed Tomatoes With Italian Herbs	14.0	28	6.5	4.9	0.8	—	0.8
Tomato Paste Food 2 Food 2 • TAT Tomato Paste	11.9	100	23.3	13.3	3.3	—	3.3

Whole Peeled Salerno Tomatoes, Italian Plum Variety vs Organic Tomato Sauce, Tomato

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Peeled... Food 1 Food 1 • GEORGE DELALLO CO., INC. Whole Peeled Salerno Tomatoes, Italian Plum Variety	8.0	23	4.6	3.6	0.9	—	0.9
Organic Toma... Food 2 Food 2 • UNITED NATURAL FOODS, INC. Organic Tomato Sauce, Tomato	10.0	40	9.5	4.8	1.6	—	1.6

No Salt Added Diced Tomatoes In Tomato Juice, No Salt Added In Tomato Juice vs Strained Tomatoes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
No Salt Adde... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC. No Salt Added Diced Tomatoes In Tomato Juice, No Salt Added In Tomato Juice	5.9	27	4.4	2.7	1.8	—	0.9
Strained Tom... Food 2 Food 2 • ALPINE CARRIERS, INC Strained Tomatoes	7.9	27	3.9	3.1	0.8	—	0.8

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