What are Milk food comparisons?

Milk 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, 1% Low Fat Milk vs Soft Drink

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic, 1% ... Food 1 Food 1 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Organic, 1% Low Fat Milk	23.8	46	5.0	5.0	—	1.0	3.3
Soft Drink Food 2 Food 2 • SCORPIO PUBLISHING Soft Drink	18.0	63	14.3	12.7	—	—	1.6

Icy Cold Fat Free Milk, Strawberry vs Vanilla Plant Based Milk, Vanilla

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Icy Cold Fat... Food 1 Food 1 • ANDERSON ERICKSON DAIRY CO. Icy Cold Fat Free Milk, Strawberry	45.7	54	9.6	9.2	—	—	3.3
Vanilla Plan... Food 2 Food 2 • RIPPLE FOODS Vanilla Plant Based Milk, Vanilla	23.9	50	5.4	5.0	0.4	1.9	3.3

1% Low Fat Lactose Free Milk vs Grass Fed Cow Milk

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
1% Low Fat L... Food 1 Food 1 • DARIGOLD, INC. 1% Low Fat Lactose Free Milk	25.8	46	5.4	5.0	—	1.0	3.8
Grass Fed Co... Food 2 Food 2 • TRICKLING SPRINGS Grass Fed Cow Milk	23.8	54	5.0	5.0	—	2.1	3.8

Kroger, Cultured Buttermilk vs Grade A Lowfat 1% Milk

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kroger, Cult... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Kroger, Cultured Buttermilk	25.7	68	5.5	4.7	—	3.4	3.4
Grade A Lowf... Food 2 Food 2 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Grade A Lowfat 1% Milk	23.8	42	5.0	5.0	—	1.0	3.3

Grade A Milk vs Fat Free Slim Milk

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Grade A Milk Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Grade A Milk	23.7	67	5.0	5.0	—	3.8	3.3
Fat Free Sli... Food 2 Food 2 • TORSHY BRAND FOOD INC Fat Free Slim Milk	21.8	33	4.6	5.0	—	—	3.3

1% Light Lowfat Milk vs Low Fat Cultured Buttermilk

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
1% Light Low... Food 1 Food 1 • ANDERSON DAIRY INC 1% Light Lowfat Milk	23.8	42	5.0	5.0	—	1.0	3.3
Low Fat Cult... Food 2 Food 2 • AHOLD USA, INC. Low Fat Cultured Buttermilk	21.8	38	4.6	5.0	—	0.6	3.8

Fat Free Skim Milk, Vitamin A & D vs Vitamin D Whole Milk

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fat Free Ski... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Fat Free Skim Milk, Vitamin A & D	25.8	38	5.4	5.0	—	—	3.3
Vitamin D Wh... Food 2 Food 2 • FRIENDLY FARMS Vitamin D Whole Milk	23.7	64	5.1	5.1	—	3.4	3.4

Chocolate Lowfat Milk Vitamin A&D, Chocolate vs Original Oat Drink

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chocolate Lo... Food 1 Food 1 • DFA DAIRY BRANDS, LLC Chocolate Lowfat Milk Vitamin A&D, Chocolate	47.6	62	10.0	9.2	—	1.0	3.3
Original Oat... Food 2 Food 2 • CHOBANI, INC. Original Oat Drink	24.0	46	5.4	2.9	0.4	2.1	0.8

Premium Milk Chocolate vs 2% Reduced Fat Milk

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Premium Milk... Food 1 Food 1 • GOSSNER FOODS INC Premium Milk Chocolate	61.3	102	13.1	11.4	—	3.8	3.4
2% Reduced F... Food 2 Food 2 • TORSHY BRAND FOOD INC 2% Reduced Fat Milk	23.5	108	10.0	10.0	—	4.2	6.7

Dannon, Activia, Probiotic Drink With Bifidus, Peach, Peach vs Ultra Pasteurized Whole Milk

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dannon, Acti... Food 1 Food 1 • DANONE US, LLC Dannon, Activia, Probiotic Drink With Bifidus, Peach, Peach	55.6	82	13.5	12.6	—	1.5	2.9
Ultra Pasteu... Food 2 Food 2 • HART DAIRY CREAMERY CORP. Ultra Pasteurized Whole Milk	23.7	67	5.0	5.0	—	3.8	3.3

Classic Egg Nog, Classic vs Sweetened Condensed Filled Milk, Sweetened

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Classic Egg ... Food 1 Food 1 • ANDERSON ERICKSON DAIRY CO. Classic Egg Nog, Classic	56.7	200	24.2	23.3	—	10.0	4.2
Sweetened Co... Food 2 Food 2 • VILORE FOODS CO., INC. Sweetened Condensed Filled Milk, Sweetened	43.5	367	73.3	63.3	—	3.3	3.3

Pet, 2% Reduced Fat Milk vs Reduced Fat Milk, Strawberry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pet, 2% Redu... Food 1 Food 1 • DEAN FOODS COMPANY Pet, 2% Reduced Fat Milk	23.8	54	5.0	5.0	—	2.1	3.3
Reduced Fat ... Food 2 Food 2 • SHAMROCK FOODS COMPANY Reduced Fat Milk, Strawberry	57.3	83	12.1	11.7	—	2.1	4.2

Original Shelf Stable Plant Based Milk vs Natural Milk, Holiday Nog

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original She... Food 1 Food 1 • RIPPLE FOODS Original Shelf Stable Plant Based Milk	10.0	42	2.5	2.5	0.4	1.9	3.3
Natural Milk... Food 2 Food 2 • LALA U.S., INC. Natural Milk, Holiday Nog	49.3	133	20.8	20.0	—	5.0	3.3

Ultra Pasteurized Lowfat Milk vs Chocolate Organic Whole Milk, Chocolate

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ultra Pasteu... Food 1 Food 1 • DEAN FOODS COMPANY Ultra Pasteurized Lowfat Milk	25.8	46	5.4	5.0	—	1.0	3.3
Chocolate Or... Food 2 Food 2 • SOUTH MOUNTAIN CREAMERY LLC Chocolate Organic Whole Milk, Chocolate	49.5	85	10.6	9.8	0.4	3.3	3.3

Cream O Land, Whole Milk vs Strawberry Banana High Protein Milk Shake, Strawberry Banana

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cream O Land... Food 1 Food 1 • CREAM-O-LAND DAIRY Cream O Land, Whole Milk	25.7	62	5.4	5.0	—	3.3	3.3
Strawberry B... Food 2 Food 2 • FAIR OAKS FARMS BRANDS, INC. Strawberry Banana High Protein Milk Shake, Strawberry Banana	12.2	41	1.7	1.5	0.2	1.1	6.3

Lactose Free Milk, Chocolate vs Whole Milk

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lactose Free... Food 1 Food 1 • BYRNE DAIRY INC. Lactose Free Milk, Chocolate	45.6	75	10.0	9.6	0.4	2.1	3.8
Whole Milk Food 2 Food 2 • SHURFINE Whole Milk	21.7	62	4.6	4.6	—	3.3	3.3

Protein Chocolate Supreme Shake Mix vs Vanilla Cinnamon Oatmilk Protein Shake, Vanilla; Cinnamon

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Protein Choc... Food 1 Food 1 • HEALTHSMART FOODS INC. Protein Chocolate Supreme Shake Mix	5.1	395	21.1	—	13.2	7.9	63.2
Vanilla Cinn... Food 2 Food 2 • WM. BOLTHOUSE FARMS INC. Vanilla Cinnamon Oatmilk Protein Shake, Vanilla; Cinnamon	81.4	62	9.3	6.2	0.2	0.8	4.0

Organic Vitamin D Whole Milk vs Darigold, Low Fat Milk, Chocolate, Chocolate

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Vita... Food 1 Food 1 • DANONE US, LLC Organic Vitamin D Whole Milk	23.7	62	5.0	4.6	—	3.3	3.3
Darigold, Lo... Food 2 Food 2 • DARIGOLD, INC. Darigold, Low Fat Milk, Chocolate, Chocolate	59.5	80	13.1	12.2	0.4	1.1	4.2

Chocolate A2 Guernsey Milk, Chocolate vs Roundy's, Organic 2% Reduced Fat Milk

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chocolate A2... Food 1 Food 1 • KILLER BROWNIE DISTRIBUTING Chocolate A2 Guernsey Milk, Chocolate	61.3	93	13.1	8.9	—	3.0	3.4
Roundy's, Or... Food 2 Food 2 • FINLAY EXTRACTS & INGREDIENTS USA, INC. Roundy's, Organic 2% Reduced Fat Milk	25.8	55	5.5	5.1	—	2.1	3.4

Swiss Style Chocolate Lowfat Milk, Swiss Style vs Milk

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Swiss Style ... Food 1 Food 1 • KEMPS LLC Swiss Style Chocolate Lowfat Milk, Swiss Style	55.5	72	11.9	11.0	—	1.1	3.4
Milk Food 2 Food 2 • WEIS MARKETS, INC. Milk	35.7	51	5.1	5.1	—	2.0	3.4

Milk Comparisons For Diabetics