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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Unsweetened Organic Coconut Flakes, Unsweetened vs 100% Organic Unsweetened Shredded Coconut, Unsweetened

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Unsweetened ... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Unsweetened Organic Coconut Flakes	15g	0.0	733	26.7	6.7	26.7	66.7	6.7
100% Organic... Food 2 Food 2 • EDWARD & SONS TRADING CO., INC 100% Organic Unsweetened Shredded Coconut, Unsweetened	16g	1.8	562	43.8	6.3	37.5	43.8	6.3

Tacoma Boys, Dried Shiitake Mushrooms vs Unsweetened Lite Organic Coconut Milk, Unsweetened Lite

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tacoma Boys,... Food 1 Food 1 • THE NUTMEG SPICE CO. LTD. Tacoma Boys, Dried Shiitake Mushrooms	10g	12.6	300	75.0	2.0	12.0	1.0	—
Unsweetened ... Food 2 Food 2 • RAFAEL PADILLA & CIA S. EN C. Unsweetened Lite Organic Coconut Milk	80g	4.0	62	2.5	1.3	—	6.3	—

Shredded Coconut vs Terra Dolce, Organic Chipotle Dried Chile Peppers

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Shredded Coc... Food 1 Food 1 • FALCON TRADING COMPANY INC. Shredded Coconut	40g	3.6	650	22.5	7.5	17.5	65.0	7.5
Terra Dolce,... Food 2 Food 2 • MYCOLOGICAL Terra Dolce, Organic Chipotle Dried Chile Peppers	7g	5.8	357	71.4	42.9	28.6	—	14.3

Light Coconut Milk, Coconut vs Desiccated Coconut Powder

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Light Coconu... Food 1 Food 1 • PRICE CHOPPER SUPERMARKETS Light Coconut Milk, Coconut	80g	2.0	62	1.3	—	—	6.3	—
Desiccated C... Food 2 Food 2 • I SIFOL LLC Desiccated Coconut Powder	15g	3.2	660	18.7	—	6.7	62.0	6.7

Spartan, Sweetened Coconut Flake vs Texturized Soy Protein

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spartan, Swe... Food 1 Food 1 • MCILHENNY COMPANY Spartan, Sweetened Coconut Flake	15g	11.2	467	46.7	40.0	6.7	33.3	6.7
Texturized S... Food 2 Food 2 • MI COSTENITA FOOD DIST. Texturized Soy Protein	40g	20.9	350	32.5	—	3.2	1.3	52.5

Freeze Dried Broccoli Florets & Stems vs Fermented Bean Curd With Sesame Oil

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Freeze Dried... Food 1 Food 1 • BLUE CHIP GROUP INC. Freeze Dried Broccoli Florets & Stems	7g	3.8	286	57.1	14.3	28.6	—	28.6
Fermented Be... Food 2 Food 2 • HOCEAN INC. Fermented Bean Curd With Sesame Oil	5g	1.9	200	20.0	—	—	—	20.0

Porcini Dried Mushrooms vs Unsweetened, Shredded Organic Coconut, Unsweetened

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Porcini Drie... Food 1 Food 1 • BUONA DISTRIBUTORS, INC. Porcini Dried Mushrooms	10g	7.5	410	50.0	—	10.0	—	30.0
Unsweetened,... Food 2 Food 2 • NOW HEALTH GROUP INC. Unsweetened, Shredded Organic Coconut, Unsweetened	15g	1.8	667	26.7	6.7	20.0	66.7	6.7

Cacao Powder vs Unsweetened Cocoa Baking Powder, Unsweetened

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cacao Powder Food 1 Food 1 • PUBLIX SUPER MARKETS, INC. Cacao Powder	6g	1.9	250	50.0	—	33.3	16.7	16.7
Unsweetened ... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Unsweetened Cocoa Baking Powder	5g	1.9	400	60.0	—	40.0	10.0	20.0

Chipped Coconut vs Unsweetened Coconut, Unsweetened

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chipped Coconut Food 1 Food 1 • SUPERIOR NUT/CANDY DISTRIBUT'G Chipped Coconut	30g	3.6	667	23.3	6.7	16.7	63.3	6.7
Unsweetened ... Food 2 Food 2 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Unsweetened Coconut	14g	1.8	643	21.4	7.1	14.3	64.3	7.1

Chipped Coconut vs Fermented Cacao Powder

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chipped Coconut Food 1 Food 1 • SUPERIOR NUT/CANDY DISTRIBUT'G Chipped Coconut	30g	3.6	667	23.3	6.7	16.7	63.3	6.7
Fermented Ca... Food 2 Food 2 • WILDERNESS PRODUCTS, LLC Fermented Cacao Powder	28g	7.2	511	32.1	3.6	17.9	53.6	10.7

Toasted Coconut Flakes, Toasted Coconut vs Organic Portabella Mushrooms

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Toasted Coco... Food 1 Food 1 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Toasted Coconut Flakes	15g	35.5	667	40.0	6.7	20.0	66.7	6.7
Organic Port... Food 2 Food 2 • MYCOLOGICAL Organic Portabella Mushrooms	7g	1.9	214	42.9	—	28.6	—	14.3

Stemless Arbol Chili Pods vs Shredded Coconut

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Stemless Arb... Food 1 Food 1 • HMB, INC. Stemless Arbol Chili Pods	28g	15.2	321	57.1	10.7	28.6	17.9	10.7
Shredded Coc... Food 2 Food 2 • COCONUT KING MIAMI BEACH INC. Shredded Coconut	10g	1.9	350	20.0	10.0	10.0	35.0	—

Coconut Cream vs Dried Shiitake Mushroom

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Coconut Cream Food 1 Food 1 • IBERIA FOODS CORPORATION Coconut Cream	20g	17.9	225	45.0	45.0	—	5.0	—
Dried Shiita... Food 2 Food 2 • STEWART BRAEMAR INC. Dried Shiitake Mushroom	7g	3.8	357	57.1	—	28.6	1.4	28.6

Shiitake Dried Black Mushrooms vs Unsweetened Organic Premium Coconut Milk, Unsweetened

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Shiitake Dri... Food 1 Food 1 • JFC INTERNATIONAL INC. Shiitake Dried Black Mushrooms	14g	11.5	357	64.3	—	21.4	—	21.4
Unsweetened ... Food 2 Food 2 • SAVE MART SUPERMARKETS INC. Unsweetened Organic Premium Coconut Milk	80g	5.8	175	3.8	1.3	—	17.5	1.3

Unsweetened Organic Premium Coconut Milk, Unsweetened vs Organic Raw Cacao Powder

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Unsweetened ... Food 1 Food 1 • SAVE MART SUPERMARKETS INC. Unsweetened Organic Premium Coconut Milk	80g	5.8	175	3.8	1.3	—	17.5	1.3
Organic Raw ... Food 2 Food 2 • NOW HEALTH GROUP INC. Organic Raw Cacao Powder	2g	1.9	400	40.0	—	—	20.0	—

Dried Mushrooms vs Unsweetened Coconut Cream, Unsweetened

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dried Mushrooms Food 1 Food 1 • WORLD VARIETY PRODUCE, INC. Dried Mushrooms	7g	4.0	357	85.7	—	57.1	—	—
Unsweetened ... Food 2 Food 2 • HENRY'S MARKETPLACE, INC. Unsweetened Coconut Cream	60g	3.9	217	3.3	1.7	—	21.7	1.7

Premium Unsweetened Coconut Milk, Unsweetened vs Terra Dolce, Organic Chipotle Dried Chile Peppers

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Premium Unsw... Food 1 Food 1 • SAVE MART SUPERMARKETS INC. Premium Unsweetened Coconut Milk, Unsweetened	80g	3.9	175	2.5	1.3	—	17.5	—
Terra Dolce,... Food 2 Food 2 • MYCOLOGICAL Terra Dolce, Organic Chipotle Dried Chile Peppers	7g	5.8	357	71.4	42.9	28.6	—	14.3

Unsweetened 100% Cacao, Unsweetened vs Medley Exotic Dried Mushroom

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Unsweetened ... Food 1 Food 1 • THE HERSHEY COMPANY Unsweetened 100% Cacao	5g	37.8	200	60.0	—	40.0	10.0	20.0
Medley Exoti... Food 2 Food 2 • WORLD VARIETY PRODUCE, INC. Medley Exotic Dried Mushroom	7g	3.9	357	57.1	14.3	28.6	—	14.3

Unsweetened Shredded Coconut, Unsweetened vs Sweetened Coconut Flakes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Unsweetened ... Food 1 Food 1 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. Unsweetened Shredded Coconut	15g	23.7	667	26.7	6.7	13.3	66.7	6.7
Sweetened Co... Food 2 Food 2 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Sweetened Coconut Flakes	15g	9.4	467	46.7	33.3	13.3	30.0	6.7

Organic Coconut Cream vs Shredded Coconut

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Coco... Food 1 Food 1 • NEW SEASONS MARKET, LLC Organic Coconut Cream	80g	5.8	212	3.8	1.3	—	21.3	1.3
Shredded Coc... Food 2 Food 2 • COCONUT KING MIAMI BEACH INC. Shredded Coconut	10g	1.9	350	20.0	10.0	10.0	35.0	—

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