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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Carrot (Frozen) vs Peach (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Carrot (Frozen) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Carrot (Frozen)	100g	9.4	37	7.9	4.2	3.2	0.5	0.8
Peach (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Peach (Raw)	100g	17.2	42	10.1	8.4	1.5	0.3	0.9

Nectarine (Raw) vs Coconut Oil

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Nectarine (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Nectarine (Raw)	100g	15.3	39	9.2	7.9	1.5	0.3	1.1
Coconut Oil Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Coconut Oil	100g	1.4	833	0.8	—	—	99.1	—

Peach (Raw) vs Mustard (Prepared)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peach (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Peach (Raw)	100g	17.2	42	10.1	8.4	1.5	0.3	0.9
Mustard (Pre... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Mustard (Prepared)	100g	2.0	61	5.3	1.4	4.3	3.4	4.3

Green Bean (Canned) vs Navel Orange (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Green Bean (... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Green Bean (Canned)	100g	8.2	21	4.1	1.3	—	0.4	1.0
Navel Orange... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Navel Orange (Raw)	100g	19.6	47	11.8	8.6	2.0	0.2	0.9

Tomato (Diced, Canned) vs Hummus

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
Hummus Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Hummus	100g	18.2	229	14.9	0.3	5.4	17.1	7.4

Marinara Sauce vs Sunflower Seed (Shell Off, Roasted)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Marinara Sauce Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Marinara Sauce	100g	12.4	45	8.1	5.5	1.8	1.5	1.4
Sunflower Se... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Sunflower Seed (Shell Off, Roasted)	100g	11.9	612	17.1	3.1	10.3	56.1	21.0

Sunflower Seed (Shell Off, Roasted) vs Williams Pear (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sunflower Se... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Sunflower Seed (Shell Off, Roasted)	100g	11.9	612	17.1	3.1	10.3	56.1	21.0
Williams Pea... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Williams Pear (Raw)	100g	24.0	57	15.1	9.7	3.1	0.2	0.4

Navel Orange (Raw) vs Tomato (Diced, Canned)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Navel Orange... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Navel Orange (Raw)	100g	19.6	47	11.8	8.6	2.0	0.2	0.9
Tomato (Dice... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Tomato (Diced, Canned)	100g	6.6	18	3.3	3.0	—	0.5	0.8

Olive (Stuffed With Pimiento) vs White Onion (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Olive (Stuff... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Olive (Stuffed With Pimiento)	100g	1.9	130	5.0	—	4.0	12.9	1.2
White Onion ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA White Onion (Raw)	100g	12.9	35	7.7	5.8	1.2	0.1	0.9

Carrot (Frozen) vs White Grapefruit Juice

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Carrot (Frozen) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Carrot (Frozen)	100g	9.4	37	7.9	4.2	3.2	0.5	0.8
White Grapef... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA White Grapefruit Juice	100g	14.8	37	7.6	7.7	0.2	0.7	0.6

Broccoli Floret (Raw) vs Hummus

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Broccoli Flo... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Broccoli Floret (Raw)	100g	7.7	31	6.3	1.4	2.4	0.3	2.6
Hummus Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Hummus	100g	18.2	229	14.9	0.3	5.4	17.1	7.4

Mustard (Prepared) vs White Onion (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mustard (Pre... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Mustard (Prepared)	100g	2.0	61	5.3	1.4	4.3	3.4	4.3
White Onion ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA White Onion (Raw)	100g	12.9	35	7.7	5.8	1.2	0.1	0.9

Chicken Egg White (Pasteurized, Frozen) vs Hummus

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Egg ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chicken Egg White (Pasteurized, Frozen)	100g	1.5	48	0.7	—	—	0.2	10.1
Hummus Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Hummus	100g	18.2	229	14.9	0.3	5.4	17.1	7.4

Peach (Raw) vs Cheddar Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peach (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Peach (Raw)	100g	17.2	42	10.1	8.4	1.5	0.3	0.9
Cheddar Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Cheddar Cheese	100g	4.4	408	2.4	0.3	—	34.0	23.3

Skim Milk (Pasteurized, Vitamin A And D Fortified) vs Williams Pear (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Skim Milk (P... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Skim Milk (Pasteurized, Vitamin A And D Fortified)	100g	9.8	34	4.9	5.1	—	0.1	3.4
Williams Pea... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Williams Pear (Raw)	100g	24.0	57	15.1	9.7	3.1	0.2	0.4

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

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Red Onion (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Red Onion (Raw)	100g	15.4	44	9.9	5.8	2.2	0.1	0.9
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg (Shell Off, Solids, Dried)	100g	3.2	575	1.9	—	—	39.8	48.1

Peach (Raw) vs Red Onion (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peach (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Peach (Raw)	100g	17.2	42	10.1	8.4	1.5	0.3	0.9
Red Onion (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Red Onion (Raw)	100g	15.4	44	9.9	5.8	2.2	0.1	0.9

Olive (Stuffed With Pimiento) vs Hummus

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Olive (Stuff... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Olive (Stuffed With Pimiento)	100g	1.9	130	5.0	—	4.0	12.9	1.2
Hummus Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Hummus	100g	18.2	229	14.9	0.3	5.4	17.1	7.4

Marinara Sauce vs Fuzzy Kiwifruit (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Marinara Sauce Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Marinara Sauce	100g	12.4	45	8.1	5.5	1.8	1.5	1.4
Fuzzy Kiwifr... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Fuzzy Kiwifruit (Raw)	100g	21.9	58	14.0	9.0	3.0	0.4	1.1

Carrot (Frozen) vs Greek Yogurt

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Carrot (Frozen) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Carrot (Frozen)	100g	9.4	37	7.9	4.2	3.2	0.5	0.8
Greek Yogurt Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Greek Yogurt	100g	22.8	83	12.2	11.5	0.6	0.2	8.1

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