What are Rice food comparisons?

Rice 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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Indian Style Basmati Rice vs Organic Sprouted Red Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Indian Style... Food 1 Food 1 • RIVIANA FOODS INC. Indian Style Basmati Rice	67.0	333	75.6	—	—	1.1	6.7
Organic Spro... Food 2 Food 2 • WEHAH FARM INC Organic Sprouted Red Rice	60.8	356	75.6	—	6.7	3.3	6.7

Basmati White Organic Rice, Basmati White vs Organic Sprouted Red Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Basmati Whit... Food 1 Food 1 • AKC COMMODITIES, INC. Basmati White Organic Rice, Basmati White	71.0	356	80.0	—	—	—	6.7
Organic Spro... Food 2 Food 2 • WEHAH FARM INC Organic Sprouted Red Rice	60.8	356	75.6	—	6.7	3.3	6.7

Enriched Precooked Long Grain White Rice vs Organic Thai Jasmine White Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Enriched Pre... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Enriched Precooked Long Grain White Rice	69.0	386	81.8	—	2.3	—	6.8
Organic Thai... Food 2 Food 2 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Organic Thai Jasmine White Rice	77.1	360	80.0	—	2.0	—	6.0

Superfino Arborio Rice vs Premium Brown Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Superfino Ar... Food 1 Food 1 • COLAVITA USA, LLC Superfino Arborio Rice	70.9	356	80.0	—	—	1.1	6.7
Premium Brow... Food 2 Food 2 • JFC INTERNATIONAL INC. Premium Brown Rice	54.9	359	74.4	—	2.6	2.6	7.7

Manitou Trading Company, Himalayan Red Rice vs Instant Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Manitou Trad... Food 1 Food 1 • WOODLAND FOODS Manitou Trading Company, Himalayan Red Rice	64.5	378	77.8	—	4.4	3.3	8.9
Instant Rice Food 2 Food 2 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Instant Rice	70.7	378	82.2	—	2.2	—	8.9

Instant Whole Grain Brown Rice vs Basmati White Rice, Basmati White

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Instant Whol... Food 1 Food 1 • UNCLE BEN'S INC. Instant Whole Grain Brown Rice	66.6	354	72.9	—	2.1	2.1	8.3
Basmati Whit... Food 2 Food 2 • RALSTON FAMILY FARMS Basmati White Rice, Basmati White	67.0	356	77.8	—	2.2	1.1	6.7

Indian Basmati Rice, Indian Basmati vs Basmati Extra Long Grain Sella Rice, Basmati

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Indian Basma... Food 1 Food 1 • INTERNATIONAL GOLDEN FOODS INC Indian Basmati Rice, Indian Basmati	100.0	351	77.0	—	2.3	0.4	9.9
Basmati Extr... Food 2 Food 2 • BEST PRODUCTS Basmati Extra Long Grain Sella Rice, Basmati	68.8	356	80.0	—	2.2	—	8.9

Instant Enriched White Rice vs Black Barley Brown Rice Blend

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Instant Enri... Food 1 Food 1 • STATER BROS. MARKETS INC. Instant Enriched White Rice	69.0	386	81.8	—	2.3	—	6.8
Black Barley... Food 2 Food 2 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Black Barley Brown Rice Blend	60.4	356	75.6	—	6.7	2.2	11.1

Natural Medium Grain Brown Rice vs Enriched Instant White Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Natural Medi... Food 1 Food 1 • RICELAND FOODS, INC. Natural Medium Grain Brown Rice	60.9	357	76.2	—	2.4	2.4	7.1
Enriched Ins... Food 2 Food 2 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Enriched Instant White Rice	74.7	370	82.6	—	—	—	8.7

Natural Medium Grain Brown Rice vs Bob's Red Mill, Quick Cooking Wild Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Natural Medi... Food 1 Food 1 • RICELAND FOODS, INC. Natural Medium Grain Brown Rice	60.9	357	76.2	—	2.4	2.4	7.1
Bob's Red Mi... Food 2 Food 2 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. Bob's Red Mill, Quick Cooking Wild Rice	36.9	393	75.0	—	7.1	—	14.3

Brown Organic Long Grain Rice, Brown vs Brown Rice & Lentils, Brown

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Brown Organi... Food 1 Food 1 • BJ'S WHOLESALE CLUB / CORPORATE BRANDS Brown Organic Long Grain Rice, Brown	68.5	375	77.1	—	4.2	3.1	8.3
Brown Rice &... Food 2 Food 2 • SMART & FINAL IRIS CORPORATION Brown Rice & Lentils, Brown	86.9	179	34.3	1.4	2.9	2.5	3.6

Og Black Pearl Rice vs Og California Brown Basmati Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Og Black Pea... Food 1 Food 1 Og Black Pearl Rice	58.4	356	73.3	—	6.7	2.2	11.1
Og Californi... Food 2 Food 2 • WEHAH FARM INC Og California Brown Basmati Rice	60.6	356	73.3	2.2	4.4	3.3	8.9

100% California Premium Short Grain Rice vs Jasmine Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
100% Califor... Food 1 Food 1 • DAIEI TRADING CO., INC. 100% California Premium Short Grain Rice	71.0	356	80.0	—	—	—	6.7
Jasmine Rice Food 2 Food 2 • SOOFER CO. INC. Jasmine Rice	73.0	348	82.6	—	2.2	—	6.5

Arborio Italian Superfino Rice, Arborio Italian vs 100% Natural Minnesota Cultivated Wild Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Arborio Ital... Food 1 Food 1 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Arborio Italian Superfino Rice, Arborio Italian	66.6	378	77.8	—	2.2	2.2	8.9
100% Natural... Food 2 Food 2 • RIVIANA FOODS INC. 100% Natural Minnesota Cultivated Wild Rice	64.3	378	77.8	—	4.4	—	13.3

Sushi Rice, Sushi vs Boil In Bag White Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sushi Rice, ... Food 1 Food 1 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Sushi Rice, Sushi	71.0	356	80.0	—	—	—	6.7
Boil In Bag ... Food 2 Food 2 • AHOLD USA, INC. Boil In Bag White Rice	94.7	356	83.1	—	1.7	—	6.8

Original Enriched Parboiled Long Grain Rice vs Risotto Wild Mushroom Italian Gourmet Rich Dish, Risotto Wild Mushroom

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Enr... Food 1 Food 1 • UNCLE BEN'S INC. Original Enriched Parboiled Long Grain Rice	72.7	362	78.7	—	—	—	8.5
Risotto Wild... Food 2 Food 2 • CCC INTERNATIONAL, INC. Risotto Wild Mushroom Italian Gourmet Rich Dish, Risotto Wild Mushroom	100.0	377	71.1	2.6	2.6	6.1	9.7

Uncle Ben's, Jasmine Enriched Rice vs Spanish Rice, Spanish

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Uncle Ben's,... Food 1 Food 1 • UNCLE BEN'S INC. Uncle Ben's, Jasmine Enriched Rice	73.1	340	78.7	—	—	—	6.4
Spanish Rice... Food 2 Food 2 • OA FOODS LLC Spanish Rice, Spanish	11.9	44	7.1	0.9	1.8	—	3.5

Wild Rice vs Arborio Rice, Arborio

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wild Rice Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Wild Rice	64.0	354	75.0	2.1	6.2	1.0	14.6
Arborio Rice... Food 2 Food 2 • H E BUTT GROCERY COMPANY Arborio Rice, Arborio	73.1	362	78.7	—	—	—	6.4

Risotto Rice vs Organic Short Whole Grain Brown Rice Flakes, Whole Grain

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Risotto Rice Food 1 Food 1 • CASALE TOSCANO Risotto Rice	64.6	356	75.6	—	2.2	2.2	8.9
Organic Shor... Food 2 Food 2 • EDEN FOODS, INC. Organic Short Whole Grain Brown Rice Flakes, Whole Grain	76.7	353	78.4	—	2.0	2.9	5.9

Long Grain Brown Rice vs Superfino Long Grain Rice Carnaroli

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Long Grain B... Food 1 Food 1 • IBERIA FOODS CORPORATION Long Grain Brown Rice	60.9	357	76.2	—	2.4	2.4	7.1
Superfino Lo... Food 2 Food 2 • ALANRIC FOOD DISTRIBUTORS, INC. Superfino Long Grain Rice Carnaroli	75.1	340	78.0	—	2.0	—	6.0

Rice Comparisons For Diabetics