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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Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added) vs White Onion (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lowfat Cow M... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added)	100g	10.3	43	5.2	5.0	—	1.0	3.4
White Onion ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA White Onion (Raw)	100g	12.9	35	7.7	5.8	1.2	0.1	0.9

Williams Pear (Raw) vs Hummus

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Williams Pea... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Williams Pear (Raw)	100g	24.0	57	15.1	9.7	3.1	0.2	0.4
Hummus Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Hummus	100g	18.2	229	14.9	0.3	5.4	17.1	7.4

Tomato (Diced, Canned) vs Chicken Egg White (Dried)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tomato (Dice... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Tomato (Diced, Canned)	100g	6.6	18	3.3	3.0	—	0.5	0.8
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg White (Dried)	100g	10.1	376	6.0	—	—	0.7	79.9

Pork Sausage (Oven Cooked) vs White Onion (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pork Sausage... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Pork Sausage (Oven Cooked)	100g	4.0	322	2.2	1.5	—	26.2	18.2
White Onion ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA White Onion (Raw)	100g	12.9	35	7.7	5.8	1.2	0.1	0.9

Cantaloupe (Raw) vs Beef Sausage

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cantaloupe (... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Cantaloupe (Raw)	100g	14.7	34	8.2	7.9	0.8	0.2	0.8
Beef Sausage Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Beef Sausage	100g	6.3	328	3.4	1.0	—	28.7	13.3

Bacon (Whole Cut Or Pieces) vs Peach (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bacon (Whole... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Bacon (Whole Cut Or Pieces)	100g	3.6	500	2.1	3.1	—	36.5	40.9
Peach (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Peach (Raw)	100g	17.2	42	10.1	8.4	1.5	0.3	0.9

Greek Yogurt vs Kale (Frozen)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Greek Yogurt Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Greek Yogurt	100g	22.8	83	12.2	11.5	0.6	0.2	8.1
Kale (Frozen) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Kale (Frozen)	100g	10.5	36	5.3	1.1	—	1.2	2.9

Tuna (White, Solid Pack, Canned In Water) vs Parmesan Cheese (Grated)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tuna (White,... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Tuna (White, Solid Pack, Canned In Water)	100g	0.2	90	0.1	—	—	0.9	19.0
Parmesan Che... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Parmesan Cheese (Grated)	100g	22.3	421	12.4	0.1	—	28.0	29.6

Chorizo vs Chicken Egg White (Dried)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chorizo Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chorizo	100g	4.8	346	2.6	—	—	28.1	19.3
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg White (Dried)	100g	10.1	376	6.0	—	—	0.7	79.9

Chicken Egg (Shell Off, Solids, Dried) vs Yellow Onion (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Egg ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chicken Egg (Shell Off, Solids, Dried)	100g	3.2	575	1.9	—	—	39.8	48.1
Yellow Onion... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Yellow Onion (Raw)	100g	13.4	38	8.6	5.8	1.9	0.1	0.8

Chicken Egg Yolk (Frozen) vs Navel Orange (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Egg ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chicken Egg Yolk (Frozen)	100g	1.1	296	0.6	—	—	25.1	15.6
Navel Orange... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Navel Orange (Raw)	100g	19.6	47	11.8	8.6	2.0	0.2	0.9

Fuzzy Kiwifruit (Raw) vs Greek Yogurt

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fuzzy Kiwifr... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Fuzzy Kiwifruit (Raw)	100g	21.9	58	14.0	9.0	3.0	0.4	1.1
Greek Yogurt Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Greek Yogurt	100g	7.1	61	3.6	3.3	—	0.4	10.3

Tamale vs Cheddar Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tamale Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Tamale	100g	26.0	174	15.8	0.5	2.4	9.0	7.4
Cheddar Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Cheddar Cheese	100g	4.4	408	2.4	0.3	—	34.0	23.3

Beef Frankfurter vs White Onion (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beef Frankfu... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Beef Frankfurter	100g	5.4	314	2.9	1.3	—	28.0	11.7
White Onion ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA White Onion (Raw)	100g	12.9	35	7.7	5.8	1.2	0.1	0.9

Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added) vs Fuzzy Kiwifruit (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lowfat Cow M... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added)	100g	10.3	43	5.2	5.0	—	1.0	3.4
Fuzzy Kiwifr... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Fuzzy Kiwifruit (Raw)	100g	21.9	58	14.0	9.0	3.0	0.4	1.1

Turkey Sausage vs Yellow Onion (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Turkey Sausage Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Turkey Sausage	100g	1.8	169	0.9	—	—	10.4	16.7
Yellow Onion... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Yellow Onion (Raw)	100g	13.4	38	8.6	5.8	1.9	0.1	0.8

Dill Pickle vs Beef Sausage

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dill Pickle Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Dill Pickle	100g	2.0	12	2.0	1.3	1.0	0.4	0.5
Beef Sausage Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Beef Sausage	100g	6.3	328	3.4	1.0	—	28.7	13.3

Cantaloupe (Raw) vs Cheddar Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cantaloupe (... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Cantaloupe (Raw)	100g	14.7	34	8.2	7.9	0.8	0.2	0.8
Cheddar Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Cheddar Cheese	100g	4.4	408	2.4	0.3	—	34.0	23.3

Cantaloupe (Raw) vs Cow Whole Milk 3.5% Fat (Vitamin D Fortified)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cantaloupe (... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Cantaloupe (Raw)	100g	14.7	34	8.2	7.9	0.8	0.2	0.8
Cow Whole Mi... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Cow Whole Milk 3.5% Fat (Vitamin D Fortified)	100g	9.2	60	4.6	4.8	—	3.2	3.3

White Grapefruit Juice vs Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Grapef... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA White Grapefruit Juice	100g	14.8	37	7.6	7.7	0.2	0.7	0.6
Romaine Lett... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw)	100g	2.9	17	3.2	1.2	1.8	0.3	1.2

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