What are Rocket Fuel food comparisons?

Rocket Fuel 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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Chicken Parmesan Breaded Chicken Breast With Marinara Sauce, Chicken Parmesan With Marinara Sauce vs Chicken Pattie Tenders With Meat

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Parm... Food 1 Food 1 • PAPA PARUSO'S FOODS INC. Chicken Parmesan Breaded Chicken Breast With Marinara Sauce, Chicken Parmesan With Marinara Sauce	198g	22.5	141	12.1	2.0	0.5	5.6	11.1
Chicken Patt... Food 2 Food 2 • GLOBAL PERFORMANCE Chicken Pattie Tenders With Meat	101g	20.7	277	11.9	—	1.0	19.8	13.9

Chicken Tickler vs Chicken Breast Tenders

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Tickler Food 1 Food 1 • AMERIPACK FOODS LLC Chicken Tickler	112g	19.0	223	8.9	8.9	—	12.5	16.1
Chicken Brea... Food 2 Food 2 • KIDS' FAVORITE FOODS, INC. Chicken Breast Tenders	101g	20.7	277	11.9	—	1.0	19.8	13.9

Meal Kit vs Hatch Green Chile Chicken & Rice Casserole Instant Pot Kits, Hatch Green Chile Chicken & Rice Casserole

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Meal Kit Food 1 Food 1 • DOMINICK'S FINER FOODS Meal Kit	655g	85.7	128	7.6	1.5	0.9	6.4	9.2
Hatch Green ... Food 2 Food 2 • TYSON FOODS, INC. Hatch Green Chile Chicken & Rice Casserole Instant Pot Kits	200g	38.0	160	20.0	0.5	0.5	4.5	9.5

Rich Cocoa Hot Cocoa Mix vs Cafe Caramel Coffee Beverage Mix, Cafe Caramel

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Rich Cocoa H... Food 1 Food 1 • SHURFINE Rich Cocoa Hot Cocoa Mix	28g	45.4	393	85.7	78.6	3.6	3.6	3.6
Cafe Caramel... Food 2 Food 2 • GREEN MOUNTAIN COFFEE ROASTERS, INC. Cafe Caramel Coffee Beverage Mix	15g	19.2	467	66.7	46.7	—	16.7	6.7

Cucumber Mint Lemonade Mix, Cucumber Mint vs Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix K Cup Pods

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cucumber Min... Food 1 Food 1 • MCSTEVEN'S INC. Cucumber Mint Lemonade Mix	28g	54.0	393	96.4	89.3	—	—	—
Milk Chocola... Food 2 Food 2 Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix K Cup Pods	19g	100.0	368	73.7	63.2	5.3	7.9	5.3

Marshmallow Flavored Hot Cocoa Maker, Marshmallow vs White Rose, Hot Cocoa Mix With Marshmallows

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Marshmallow ... Food 1 Food 1 • MELVILLE CANDY CORPORATION Marshmallow Flavored Hot Cocoa Maker	28g	38.4	500	71.4	67.9	—	21.4	3.6
White Rose, ... Food 2 Food 2 • WHITE ROSE FOOD CORP. White Rose, Hot Cocoa Mix With Marshmallows	180g	47.8	61	13.9	12.2	0.6	0.6	0.6

Hot Chocolate, Chocolate Truffle vs Natural Chocolate, Creamy Cocoa

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hot Chocolat... Food 1 Food 1 • BREAD & CHOCOLATE, INC. Hot Chocolate, Chocolate Truffle	21g	31.3	381	81.0	66.7	4.8	7.1	4.8
Natural Choc... Food 2 Food 2 • MCSTEVEN'S INC. Natural Chocolate, Creamy Cocoa	30g	43.2	233	76.7	6.7	3.3	8.3	3.3

7 Up, A&W Root Beer And Dr Pepper Candy Canes vs Organic Hot Cocoa Mix, Rich Chocolate

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
7 Up, A&W Ro... Food 1 Food 1 • SPANGLER CANDY COMPANY 7 Up, A&W Root Beer And Dr Pepper Candy Canes	12g	100.0	375	100.0	75.0	—	—	—
Organic Hot ... Food 2 Food 2 • GLENCOURT INC. Organic Hot Cocoa Mix, Rich Chocolate	28g	45.7	357	89.3	82.1	7.1	—	3.6

Mug With Double Chocolate Cocoa Mix, Double Chocolate vs Gourmet Cocoa, French Vanilla

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mug With Dou... Food 1 Food 1 • ROSS ACQUISITION INC. Mug With Double Chocolate Cocoa Mix, Double Chocolate	28g	47.3	357	85.7	71.4	—	—	7.1
Gourmet Coco... Food 2 Food 2 • DOOR COUNTY COFFEE & TEA CO. Gourmet Cocoa, French Vanilla	35g	48.3	400	77.1	62.9	5.7	7.1	11.4

Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix, Milk Chocolate vs Green Tea Drink Mix, Matcha

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Milk Chocola... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC. Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix	21g	29.3	429	76.2	57.1	4.8	9.5	4.8
Green Tea Dr... Food 2 Food 2 • BRAD BARRY CO. LTD. Green Tea Drink Mix, Matcha	40g	60.3	450	77.5	62.5	—	15.0	2.5

Banana & Strawberry Flavor Smoothie vs Banana Smoothie Mix, Banana

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Banana & Str... Food 1 Food 1 • DANONE US, LLC Banana & Strawberry Flavor Smoothie	93g	21.9	54	11.8	9.7	—	—	2.2
Banana Smoot... Food 2 Food 2 • MCCORMICK & COMPANY, INC. Banana Smoothie Mix	19g	38.0	421	100.0	100.0	—	—	—

Dark Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix, Dark Chocolate vs Key Food, Hot Cocoa Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dark Chocola... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC. Dark Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix	31g	100.0	419	77.4	61.3	6.5	9.7	3.2
Key Food, Ho... Food 2 Food 2 • KEY FOOD STORES CO-OPERATIVE, INC. Key Food, Hot Cocoa Mix	28g	41.2	393	78.6	67.9	3.6	7.1	3.6

Banana Smoothie Mix, Banana vs Guava Drink Mix, Guava

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Banana Smoot... Food 1 Food 1 • MCCORMICK & COMPANY, INC. Banana Smoothie Mix	19g	38.0	421	100.0	100.0	—	—	—
Guava Drink Mix Food 2 Food 2 • GENERCON OUTDOOR LIVING COMPANY Guava Drink Mix	17g	32.0	412	94.1	88.2	—	—	—

Candycane Cocoa vs Mcsteven's, Holiday Sweets, Salted Caramel Cocoa, Salted Caramel Cocoa

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Candycane Cocoa Food 1 Food 1 • INDULGENT FOODS, LLC Candycane Cocoa	40g	64.7	425	82.5	65.0	—	6.3	5.0
Mcsteven's, ... Food 2 Food 2 • MCSTEVEN'S INC. Mcsteven's, Holiday Sweets, Salted Caramel Cocoa, Salted Caramel Cocoa	35g	45.1	371	71.4	62.9	5.7	5.7	5.7

Cafe Caramel Coffee Beverage Mix, Cafe Caramel vs Milk Chocolate Flavor Hot Cocoa Mix, Milk Chocolate

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cafe Caramel... Food 1 Food 1 • GREEN MOUNTAIN COFFEE ROASTERS, INC. Cafe Caramel Coffee Beverage Mix	15g	19.2	467	66.7	46.7	—	16.7	6.7
Milk Chocola... Food 2 Food 2 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Milk Chocolate Flavor Hot Cocoa Mix	25g	100.0	360	76.0	68.0	4.0	6.0	8.0

Black Tea Instant Boba Kit, Black Tea vs Chocolate Malted Milk, Chocolate

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Black Tea In... Food 1 Food 1 • JFC INTERNATIONAL INC. Black Tea Instant Boba Kit	95g	100.0	263	60.0	37.9	1.1	2.1	1.1
Chocolate Ma... Food 2 Food 2 • NESTLE USA INC. Chocolate Malted Milk	30g	100.0	400	86.7	76.7	3.3	3.3	6.7

Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix Gift Set, Milk Chocolate vs Pink Lemonade Drink Mix, Pink Lemonade

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Milk Chocola... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC. Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix Gift Set	39g	100.0	410	87.2	71.8	2.6	6.4	2.6
Pink Lemonad... Food 2 Food 2 • 4C FOODS CORP. Pink Lemonade Drink Mix	22g	44.0	409	100.0	81.8	—	—	—

Blue Raspberry Thirst Quencher, Blue Raspberry vs Lemon & Lime Hydration Drink Mix, Lemon & Lime

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Blue Raspber... Food 1 Food 1 • MAPCO EXPRESS Blue Raspberry Thirst Quencher	240g	28.0	25	5.8	5.8	—	—	—
Lemon & Lime... Food 2 Food 2 • SKRATCH LABS INC. Lemon & Lime Hydration Drink Mix	22g	42.0	364	95.5	86.4	—	—	—

Chai Latte Drink Mix Single Serve Cups, Chai Latte vs Chocolate Flavored Drink Mix, Chocolate

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chai Latte D... Food 1 Food 1 • HY-VEE, INC. Chai Latte Drink Mix Single Serve Cups	15g	19.2	452	64.5	45.2	—	19.4	6.5
Chocolate Fl... Food 2 Food 2 • NOT A BRANDED ITEM Chocolate Flavored Drink Mix	18g	25.6	389	77.8	77.8	5.6	2.8	5.6

Pumpkin Spice Latte Cafe Style Beverage Mix, Pumpkin Spice Latte vs Instant Hot Cocoa Mix With Marshmallows, Marshmallows

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pumpkin Spic... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Pumpkin Spice Latte Cafe Style Beverage Mix	28g	42.7	429	78.6	53.6	—	14.3	3.6
Instant Hot ... Food 2 Food 2 • FESTIVE FINER FOODS Instant Hot Cocoa Mix With Marshmallows, Marshmallows	28g	46.4	393	85.7	78.6	1.8	3.6	3.6

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