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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Origins Collection Organic Basmati & Lentil, Basmati; Lentil vs Jupiter Brown Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Origins Coll... Food 1 Food 1 • OTIS MCALLISTER INC. Origins Collection Organic Basmati & Lentil, Basmati; Lentil	78.4	200	32.6	2.2	3.0	5.9	5.2
Jupiter Brow... Food 2 Food 2 • CONGAREE AND PENN, LLC Jupiter Brown Rice	67.3	194	39.8	—	3.2	1.6	4.3

White Boil In Bag Precooked Enriched Long Grain Instant Rice, White vs Jasmine Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Boil I... Food 1 Food 1 • MEIJER, INC. White Boil In Bag Precooked Enriched Long Grain Instant Rice, White	71.1	356	82.2	—	2.2	—	6.7
Jasmine Rice Food 2 Food 2 • BI-LO INC. Jasmine Rice	76.9	353	78.4	—	2.0	1.0	5.9

Original Enriched Parboiled Long Grain Rice vs White Basmati Long Grain Rice

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
White Basmat... Food 2 Food 2 • ALDI INC. White Basmati Long Grain Rice	0.0	356	0.1	—	2.2	1.1	6.7

Original Jasmine Rice, Original vs Og Alfredo Risotto

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Jas... Food 1 Food 1 • JFC INTERNATIONAL INC. Original Jasmine Rice, Original	69.1	356	80.0	—	2.2	—	6.7
Og Alfredo R... Food 2 Food 2 Og Alfredo Risotto	89.7	355	75.8	3.2	1.6	1.6	11.3

Sweet Sticky Dessert Rice, Sweet vs Long Grain Basmati Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sweet Sticky... Food 1 Food 1 • RIVIANA FOODS INC. Sweet Sticky Dessert Rice, Sweet	71.1	378	82.2	—	2.2	—	6.7
Long Grain B... Food 2 Food 2 • OTIS MCALLISTER INC. Long Grain Basmati Rice	78.8	365	78.9	—	1.9	—	7.7

Jambalaya Dinner Mix, Jambalaya vs Jasmine Brown Thai Fragrant Whole Grain Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Jambalaya Di... Food 1 Food 1 • ROUSE'S ENTERPRISES, INC. Jambalaya Dinner Mix, Jambalaya	44.1	111	24.4	2.2	2.2	—	4.4
Jasmine Brow... Food 2 Food 2 • RIVIANA FOODS INC. Jasmine Brown Thai Fragrant Whole Grain Rice	63.0	356	75.6	—	4.4	2.2	6.7

Light & Fluffy Instant Brown Rice vs Enriched Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Light & Fluf... Food 1 Food 1 • NASH FINCH COMPANY Light & Fluffy Instant Brown Rice	66.9	356	80.0	—	4.4	2.2	6.7
Enriched Rice Food 2 Food 2 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Enriched Rice	69.1	356	77.8	—	—	—	6.7

Jasmine Brown Thai Hom Mali Fragrant Rice vs Creamy Parmesan Risotto, Creamy Parmesan

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Jasmine Brow... Food 1 Food 1 • RIVIANA FOODS INC. Jasmine Brown Thai Hom Mali Fragrant Rice	63.0	356	75.6	—	4.4	2.2	6.7
Creamy Parme... Food 2 Food 2 Creamy Parmesan Risotto, Creamy Parmesan	85.7	355	72.6	3.2	1.6	2.4	11.3

Gluten Free Orzo vs Whole Grain Brown Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Gluten Free ... Food 1 Food 1 • GEORGIA PEACH PRODUCTS, INC. Gluten Free Orzo	44.7	300	44.1	—	3.5	10.6	7.1
Whole Grain ... Food 2 Food 2 • WEHAH FARM INC Whole Grain Brown Rice	62.8	333	77.8	—	6.7	3.3	6.7

Parboiled Medium Grain Rice vs Super Thai Jasmine Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Parboiled Me... Food 1 Food 1 • RIVIANA FOODS INC. Parboiled Medium Grain Rice	69.1	378	80.0	—	2.2	—	6.7
Super Thai J... Food 2 Food 2 • D.M. LIVERMORE INC. Super Thai Jasmine Rice	69.4	356	77.8	—	—	—	4.4

Thai Jasmine Organic Rice, Thai Jasmine vs Arborio Long Grain Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Thai Jasmine... Food 1 Food 1 • STAR MARKETS CO. Thai Jasmine Organic Rice, Thai Jasmine	67.1	333	77.8	—	2.2	—	6.7
Arborio Long... Food 2 Food 2 • FREELAND FOODS Arborio Long Grain Rice	67.1	356	77.8	—	2.2	—	6.7

Parmesan Risotto Arborio Rice With Seasoning Packet, Parmesan vs Royal, Indian White Basmati, Wild Rice And Quinoa

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Parmesan Ris... Food 1 Food 1 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Parmesan Risotto Arborio Rice With Seasoning Packet, Parmesan	62.0	375	66.7	4.2	—	4.2	12.5
Royal, India... Food 2 Food 2 • LT FOODS AMERICAS, INC. Royal, Indian White Basmati, Wild Rice And Quinoa	68.5	333	77.8	—	0.6	—	6.7

Garlic & Basil Quinoa & Brown Rice, Garlic & Basil vs Black Barley Brown Rice Blend

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Garlic & Bas... Food 1 Food 1 • ASSOCIATED WHOLESALE GROCERS, INC. Garlic & Basil Quinoa & Brown Rice, Garlic & Basil	91.3	371	72.9	1.4	5.7	5.7	10.0
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

Mountain Red Blend Medley Of Long Grain Rice, Red Heirloom Rice, Black Quinoa And Green Lentils, Mountain Red Blend vs Organic Brown Mekong Flower Rice, Jasmine

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mountain Red... Food 1 Food 1 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Mountain Red Blend Medley Of Long Grain Rice, Red Heirloom Rice, Black Quinoa And Green Lentils, Mountain Red Blend	60.7	356	75.6	2.2	6.7	2.2	8.9
Organic Brow... Food 2 Food 2 • LOTUS FOODS Organic Brown Mekong Flower Rice, Jasmine	84.3	350	75.0	—	3.3	2.5	8.3

Daipoong, Sweet Rice vs White Calrose Enriched Medium Grain Rice, White Calrose

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Daipoong, Sw... Food 1 Food 1 • HAITAI, INC. Daipoong, Sweet Rice	71.0	356	80.0	2.2	—	—	6.7
White Calros... Food 2 Food 2 • SAFEWAY, INC. White Calrose Enriched Medium Grain Rice, White Calrose	71.0	356	80.0	—	—	—	6.7

Natural Directions, Organic Long Grain White Rice vs Long Grain American Basmati

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Natural Dire... Food 1 Food 1 • WESTERN FAMILY FOODS, INC. Natural Directions, Organic Long Grain White Rice	69.1	333	80.0	—	2.2	—	6.7
Long Grain A... Food 2 Food 2 • RIVIANA FOODS INC. Long Grain American Basmati	67.0	333	75.6	—	—	1.1	6.7

Organic Sona Masoori Rice vs California Organic White Jasmine Rice, Jasmine

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Sona... Food 1 Food 1 • SLT FOODS INC. Organic Sona Masoori Rice	100.0	350	81.0	—	1.0	—	6.0
California O... Food 2 Food 2 • TRUE ORIGIN FOODS LLC California Organic White Jasmine Rice, Jasmine	69.1	356	80.0	—	2.2	—	6.7

365 Everyday Value, Sushi Rice Short Grain White vs Whole Grain Brown Rice, Whole Grain

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
365 Everyday... Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. 365 Everyday Value, Sushi Rice Short Grain White	77.1	360	80.0	—	2.0	—	6.0
Whole Grain ... Food 2 Food 2 • SCHNUCK MARKETS, INC. Whole Grain Brown Rice, Whole Grain	81.3	157	30.7	—	1.4	2.1	2.9

Extra Long Grain Natural Brown Rice vs Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Extra Long G... Food 1 Food 1 • RICELAND FOODS, INC. Extra Long Grain Natural Brown Rice	60.9	357	76.2	—	2.4	2.4	7.1
Rice Food 2 Food 2 • PAN AMERICAN GRAIN MFG. CO. INC, Rice	71.1	340	78.7	—	2.1	—	6.4

90 Second Long Grain & Wild Quick Rice vs Italian Arborio Rice, Italian

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
90 Second Lo... Food 1 Food 1 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. 90 Second Long Grain & Wild Quick Rice	98.8	179	35.7	0.7	—	2.1	4.3
Italian Arbo... Food 2 Food 2 • VIGO IMPORTING COMPANY Italian Arborio Rice, Italian	67.1	333	77.8	—	2.2	—	6.7

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