What are Health Care food comparisons?

Health Care 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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Advantage Care, Strawberry Lemonade Electrolyte Solution, Strawberry Lemonade vs Wild Berry Organic Pediatric Electrolyte Oral Solution, Wild Berry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Advantage Ca... Food 1 Food 1 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Advantage Care, Strawberry Lemonade Electrolyte Solution, Strawberry Lemonade	12.0	7	1.7	1.7	—	—	—
Wild Berry O... Food 2 Food 2 • CVS PHARMACY, INC. Wild Berry Organic Pediatric Electrolyte Oral Solution, Wild Berry	18.0	11	2.5	2.5	—	—	—

Cherry Effervescent Electrolyte Powder, Cherry vs Pediatric Electrolyte Solution, Grape

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cherry Effer... Food 1 Food 1 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Cherry Effervescent Electrolyte Powder, Cherry	26.0	265	76.5	47.1	—	—	—
Pediatric El... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Pediatric Electrolyte Solution, Grape	12.0	11	2.5	2.5	—	—	—

Orange Breeze Electrolyte Solution, Orange Breeze vs Electrolyte Solution, Unflavored, Unflavored

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Orange Breez... Food 1 Food 1 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Orange Breeze Electrolyte Solution, Orange Breeze	12.0	7	1.7	1.7	—	—	—
Electrolyte ... Food 2 Food 2 • GLENCOURT INC. Electrolyte Solution, Unflavored, Unflavored	18.0	10	2.5	2.5	—	—	—

Advantage Care, Berry Frost Electrolyte Solution For Adults & Kids, Berry Frost vs Electrolyte Solution, Iced Grape

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Advantage Ca... Food 1 Food 1 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Advantage Care, Berry Frost Electrolyte Solution For Adults & Kids, Berry Frost	12.0	7	1.7	1.7	—	—	—
Electrolyte ... Food 2 Food 2 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Electrolyte Solution, Iced Grape	12.0	7	1.7	1.7	—	—	—

Strawberry Lemonade On The Go Electrolyte Powder, Strawberry Lemonade vs Electrolyte Solution, Iced Grape

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Strawberry L... Food 1 Food 1 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Strawberry Lemonade On The Go Electrolyte Powder, Strawberry Lemonade	24.0	294	70.6	70.6	—	—	—
Electrolyte ... Food 2 Food 2 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Electrolyte Solution, Iced Grape	12.0	7	1.7	1.7	—	—	—

Coconut Plant Based Electrolyte Solution, Coconut vs Electrolyte Solution, Kiwi Berry Mist, Kiwi Berry Mist

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Coconut Plan... Food 1 Food 1 • BERRI PRO INC. Coconut Plant Based Electrolyte Solution, Coconut	12.0	10	2.4	1.6	—	—	—
Electrolyte ... Food 2 Food 2 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Electrolyte Solution, Kiwi Berry Mist, Kiwi Berry Mist	12.0	7	1.7	1.7	—	—	—

Peach Mango With Immune Support Electrolyte Solution, Peach; Mango vs Electrolyte Solution, Strawberry, Strawberry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peach Mango ... Food 1 Food 1 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Peach Mango With Immune Support Electrolyte Solution, Peach; Mango	17.9	10	2.8	1.9	0.3	—	—
Electrolyte ... Food 2 Food 2 • GLENCOURT INC. Electrolyte Solution, Strawberry, Strawberry	18.0	10	2.5	2.5	—	—	—

Cherry Punch Advantage Care Pediatric Electrolyte Solution, Cherry Punch vs Berry Frost Electrolyte Powder, Berry Frost

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cherry Punch... Food 1 Food 1 • PERRIGO COMPANY Cherry Punch Advantage Care Pediatric Electrolyte Solution, Cherry Punch	12.0	7	1.7	1.7	—	—	—
Berry Frost ... Food 2 Food 2 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Berry Frost Electrolyte Powder, Berry Frost	16.0	176	47.1	47.1	—	—	—

Advantage Care, Strawberry Lemonade Electrolyte Solution, Strawberry Lemonade vs Orange Electrolyte Solution, Orange

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Advantage Ca... Food 1 Food 1 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Advantage Care, Strawberry Lemonade Electrolyte Solution, Strawberry Lemonade	12.0	7	1.7	1.7	—	—	—
Orange Elect... Food 2 Food 2 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Orange Electrolyte Solution, Orange	18.0	10	2.5	2.5	—	—	—

Eucalyptus Menthol Drops With Sweeteners vs Advantage Care, Iced Grape Electrolyte Solution For Adults & Kids, Iced Grape

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Eucalyptus M... Food 1 Food 1 • EM-EUKAL Eucalyptus Menthol Drops With Sweeteners	100.0	235	97.0	0.5	—	—	—
Advantage Ca... Food 2 Food 2 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Advantage Care, Iced Grape Electrolyte Solution For Adults & Kids, Iced Grape	12.0	7	1.7	1.7	—	—	—

Coconut Plant Based Electrolyte Solution, Coconut vs Peach Mango With Immune Support Electrolyte Solution, Peach; Mango

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Coconut Plan... Food 1 Food 1 • BERRI PRO INC. Coconut Plant Based Electrolyte Solution, Coconut	12.0	10	2.4	1.6	—	—	—
Peach Mango ... Food 2 Food 2 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Peach Mango With Immune Support Electrolyte Solution, Peach; Mango	17.9	10	2.8	1.9	0.3	—	—

Berry Frost Electrolyte Solution, Berry Frost vs Electrolyte Solution, Mixed Fruit

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Berry Frost ... Food 1 Food 1 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Berry Frost Electrolyte Solution, Berry Frost	17.9	10	2.8	1.9	0.3	—	—
Electrolyte ... Food 2 Food 2 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Electrolyte Solution, Mixed Fruit	12.0	11	2.5	2.5	—	—	—

Electrolyte Solution, Cherry Punch vs Electrolyte Solution

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Electrolyte ... Food 1 Food 1 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Electrolyte Solution, Cherry Punch	12.0	7	1.7	1.7	—	—	—
Electrolyte ... Food 2 Food 2 • WALGREENS CO. Electrolyte Solution	12.0	11	2.5	2.5	—	—	—

Electrolyte Solution Chilled Cherry Pomegranate, Chilled Cherry Pomegranate vs Electrolyte Solution, Cherry Punch

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Electrolyte ... Food 1 Food 1 • WALGREENS CO. Electrolyte Solution Chilled Cherry Pomegranate, Chilled Cherry Pomegranate	12.0	7	1.7	1.7	—	—	—
Electrolyte ... Food 2 Food 2 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Electrolyte Solution, Cherry Punch	12.0	7	1.7	1.7	—	—	—

Orange Breeze Electrolyte Powder Packets, Orange Breeze vs Pediatric Electrolyte Solution, Grape

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Orange Breez... Food 1 Food 1 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Orange Breeze Electrolyte Powder Packets, Orange Breeze	24.0	294	70.6	70.6	—	—	—
Pediatric El... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Pediatric Electrolyte Solution, Grape	12.0	11	2.5	2.5	—	—	—

Strawberry Manuka Honey & Cpl Propolis Npa 10+ Lollipops, Strawberry vs Pediatric Electrolyte Solution

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Strawberry M... Food 1 Food 1 • PACIFIC RESOURCES INTERNATIONAL, INC Strawberry Manuka Honey & Cpl Propolis Npa 10+ Lollipops, Strawberry	20.0	400	100.0	70.0	—	—	—
Pediatric El... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Pediatric Electrolyte Solution	12.0	11	2.5	2.5	—	—	—

Apple Orange Organic Electrolyte Solution, Apple Orange vs Oral Electrolyte Solution With Zinc

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Apple Orange... Food 1 Food 1 • THE HAIN CELESTIAL GROUP, INC. Apple Orange Organic Electrolyte Solution, Apple Orange	18.0	11	2.5	2.5	—	—	—
Oral Electro... Food 2 Food 2 • CVS PHARMACY, INC. Oral Electrolyte Solution With Zinc	8.0	6	1.7	1.7	—	—	—

Orange Breeze Electrolyte Powder Packets, Orange Breeze vs Extra Hydration Electrolyte Solution, Berry Frost, Berry Frost

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Orange Breez... Food 1 Food 1 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Orange Breeze Electrolyte Powder Packets, Orange Breeze	24.0	294	70.6	70.6	—	—	—
Extra Hydrat... Food 2 Food 2 • FAMILY DOLLAR STORES INC. Extra Hydration Electrolyte Solution, Berry Frost, Berry Frost	20.0	10	2.8	1.9	—	—	—

Berry Frost Electrolyte Solution, Berry Frost vs Cherry Punch Advantage Care Pediatric Electrolyte Solution, Cherry Punch

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Berry Frost ... Food 1 Food 1 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Berry Frost Electrolyte Solution, Berry Frost	17.9	10	2.8	1.9	0.3	—	—
Cherry Punch... Food 2 Food 2 • PERRIGO COMPANY Cherry Punch Advantage Care Pediatric Electrolyte Solution, Cherry Punch	12.0	7	1.7	1.7	—	—	—

Berry Frost Electrolyte Solution, Berry Frost vs Electrolyte Solution, Cherry Punch

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Berry Frost ... Food 1 Food 1 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Berry Frost Electrolyte Solution, Berry Frost	17.9	10	2.8	1.9	0.3	—	—
Electrolyte ... Food 2 Food 2 • ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC Electrolyte Solution, Cherry Punch	12.0	7	1.7	1.7	—	—	—

Health Care Comparisons For Diabetics