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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Hawaiian Style 3 Cheese Blend, Pineapple, Canadian Bacon, Red Bell Peppers, Bacon Bits & Green Onions Traditional Crust Pizza, Hawaiian Style vs Cheese Mozzarella, Provolone, Parmesan, Asiago, And Fontina Cheeses With A Tomato Sauce On A Crust Pizza, Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hawaiian Sty... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Hawaiian Style 3 Cheese Blend, Pineapple, Canadian Bacon, Red Bell Peppers, Bacon Bits & Green Onions Traditional Crust Pizza	148g	75.7	209	27.0	3.4	0.7	8.1	8.1
Cheese Mozza... Food 2 Food 2 • ARYZTA, LLC Cheese Mozzarella, Provolone, Parmesan, Asiago, And Fontina Cheeses With A Tomato Sauce On A Crust Pizza	125g	59.7	248	26.4	2.4	1.6	10.4	10.4

Chipotle Bbq Beef Meatloaf With Cheddar Broccoli And Potatoes, Cheddar Broccoli And Potatoes vs Minis Key Lime Pie, Key Lime

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chipotle Bbq... Food 1 Food 1 • RELISH LABS LLC Chipotle Bbq Beef Meatloaf With Cheddar Broccoli And Potatoes, Cheddar Broccoli And Potatoes	431g	99.1	165	12.8	5.1	0.9	8.6	9.1
Minis Key Li... Food 2 Food 2 • KENNY'S GREAT PIES, INC. Minis Key Lime Pie, Key Lime	113g	100.0	354	54.9	32.7	—	12.4	5.3

Uncured Pepperoni And Cheese Pizza Kit, Uncured Pepperoni And Cheese vs Chicken Parmesan With Penne, Chicken Parmesan

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Uncured Pepp... Food 1 Food 1 • SAFEWAY, INC. Uncured Pepperoni And Cheese Pizza Kit	118g	53.4	280	28.8	3.4	0.8	12.7	13.6
Chicken Parm... Food 2 Food 2 • MAMAMANCINI'S INC. Chicken Parmesan With Penne	198g	54.6	141	16.2	—	2.0	5.1	9.1

Tri Colored Cheese Tortellini With Alfredo Sauce Serving Sauce, Tri Colored Cheese With Alfredo Sauce vs Butternut Squash Casserole

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tri Colored ... Food 1 Food 1 • ROTH INDUSTRIES, LLC Tri Colored Cheese Tortellini With Alfredo Sauce Serving Sauce, Tri Colored Cheese With Alfredo Sauce	207g	66.0	198	16.4	2.4	—	10.6	6.8
Butternut Sq... Food 2 Food 2 • CEDARLANE NATURAL FOODS, INC. Butternut Squash Casserole	100g	21.6	120	12.0	2.0	1.0	7.0	4.0

Roasted Butternut Squash With Cranberries vs Shanghai Style Noodles With Vegetables

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Roasted Butt... Food 1 Food 1 • BREAD & CIRCUS INC. Roasted Butternut Squash With Cranberries	113g	31.8	71	16.8	8.0	2.7	0.9	0.9
Shanghai Sty... Food 2 Food 2 • PAPA JOHN'S SALADS & PRODUCE Shanghai Style Noodles With Vegetables	170g	61.2	124	19.4	7.1	1.2	4.1	2.9

Sweet & Spicy Dolmas Vine Leaves Stuffed With Rice And Hot Cherry Peppers, Sweet & Spicy Dolmas vs Hormel, Macaroni & Cheese, Chipotle & Cheddar

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sweet & Spic... Food 1 Food 1 • HAGG INTERESTS, INC. Sweet & Spicy Dolmas Vine Leaves Stuffed With Rice And Hot Cherry Peppers	110g	45.3	173	22.7	6.4	1.8	8.2	1.8
Hormel, Maca... Food 2 Food 2 • HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION Hormel, Macaroni & Cheese, Chipotle & Cheddar	234g	58.7	128	13.7	2.1	0.9	6.0	5.1

Hong Kong Style Bbq Pork Bun, Hong Kong Style Bbq Pork vs Lunds & Byerlys, Cheese Quiche Flaky Pie Crust

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hong Kong St... Food 1 Food 1 • FINGER SPORTS INC. Hong Kong Style Bbq Pork Bun	63g	52.3	286	42.9	14.3	—	7.9	9.5
Lunds & Byer... Food 2 Food 2 • BYERLY FOODS INTERNATIONAL Lunds & Byerlys, Cheese Quiche Flaky Pie Crust	122g	28.4	270	14.8	0.8	2.5	18.9	10.7

Chicken Scampi Spaghetti Meal Kits, Chicken Scampi Spaghetti vs Penne Pasta With A Hearty Meat Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Scam... Food 1 Food 1 • RELISH LABS LLC Chicken Scampi Spaghetti Meal Kits	447g	100.0	181	19.5	2.0	1.1	6.0	12.5
Penne Pasta ... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Penne Pasta With A Hearty Meat Sauce	340g	95.7	138	15.6	3.5	1.2	5.6	6.8

Roasted Teriyaki Chicken Noodle Bowl With Edamame vs Shrimp Scampi With Squash Blend & Wild Rice Pilaf

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Roasted Teri... Food 1 Food 1 • RELISH LABS LLC Roasted Teriyaki Chicken Noodle Bowl With Edamame	470g	92.9	119	11.1	3.2	0.9	3.2	11.1
Shrimp Scamp... Food 2 Food 2 • THE FRESH MARKET, INC. Shrimp Scampi With Squash Blend & Wild Rice Pilaf	227g	43.2	115	10.1	1.3	0.4	4.9	7.5

Steakhouse Salmon With Roasted Potatoes, Zucchini, Squash And Onions With Roasted Garlic Butter With Garden Veggies, Steakhouse Salmon With Garden Veggies vs Baked Brie En Croute With Cranberries And Apricots In Brioche Crust, Cranberries And Apricots

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Steakhouse S... Food 1 Food 1 • TAYLOR FRESH FOODS, INC. Steakhouse Salmon With Roasted Potatoes, Zucchini, Squash And Onions With Roasted Garlic Butter With Garden Veggies, Steakhouse Salmon With Garden Veggies	369g	54.6	119	8.7	1.6	1.1	7.3	5.7
Baked Brie E... Food 2 Food 2 • SAFEWAY, INC. Baked Brie En Croute With Cranberries And Apricots In Brioche Crust, Cranberries And Apricots	58g	25.3	328	24.1	13.8	1.0	20.7	13.8

Thai Style Peanut With Tofu Grain Bowl vs Bacon Mac N Cheese Enriched Elbow Macaroni In An American And Cheddar Cheese Sauce With Fully Cooked Diced Bacon And Shredded Cheddar Cheese Bowl, Bacon Mac N Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Thai Style P... Food 1 Food 1 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Thai Style Peanut With Tofu Grain Bowl	227g	51.1	115	13.7	4.4	2.2	4.4	5.7
Bacon Mac N ... Food 2 Food 2 • LIPARI FOODS OPERATING COMPANY, LLC Bacon Mac N Cheese Enriched Elbow Macaroni In An American And Cheddar Cheese Sauce With Fully Cooked Diced Bacon And Shredded Cheddar Cheese Bowl	283g	22.5	187	12.4	1.4	0.7	11.7	8.5

Spinach & Ricotta Pasta Bake, Spinach & Ricotta vs Whole Foods Market, Classic Pizza Flavored With Pepperoni

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spinach & Ri... Food 1 Food 1 • B. ROBERT'S FOODS, INC. Spinach & Ricotta Pasta Bake	227g	53.1	128	13.2	2.2	1.3	5.7	5.3
Whole Foods ... Food 2 Food 2 • HARRY'S FARMERS MARKET, LTD. Whole Foods Market, Classic Pizza Flavored With Pepperoni	142g	69.1	239	26.1	2.1	0.7	9.2	13.4

Artisan Style 5 Cheese Pizza vs Braised Pork Medallions With Roasted Redskin And Sweet Potatoes, Broccoli Florets, And A Sweet And Tangy Bbq Sauce Complete Family Meal Kit, Braised Pork

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Artisan Styl... Food 1 Food 1 • HANSEN'S DAIRY, INC. Artisan Style 5 Cheese Pizza	136g	63.3	243	25.7	2.9	1.5	11.0	11.8
Braised Pork... Food 2 Food 2 • NESTLE USA-FROZEN FOOD DIVISION Braised Pork Medallions With Roasted Redskin And Sweet Potatoes, Broccoli Florets, And A Sweet And Tangy Bbq Sauce Complete Family Meal Kit	334g	62.6	108	11.1	4.2	1.5	3.3	8.1

Three Meat Macaroni & Cheese Bake vs Cheese Burger, Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Three Meat M... Food 1 Food 1 • RESER'S FINE FOODS, INC. Three Meat Macaroni & Cheese Bake	234g	42.4	201	9.8	2.1	0.4	14.1	9.0
Cheese Burger Food 2 Food 2 • SUN COMPANY, INC. (R&M) Cheese Burger	155g	70.3	385	25.7	1.3	1.3	27.6	16.7

Taylor Farms, Florentine Quiche vs Bowls Tuscan Style Chicken

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Taylor Farms... Food 1 Food 1 • TAYLOR FRESH FOODS, INC. Taylor Farms, Florentine Quiche	140g	30.8	221	12.1	1.4	0.7	15.7	7.1
Bowls Tuscan... Food 2 Food 2 • BLOUNT SEAFOOD CORPORATION Bowls Tuscan Style Chicken	340g	20.9	103	13.2	2.4	2.6	2.7	6.5

Teriyaki Chicken vs Pimento Cheese Meal Pack, Pimento Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Teriyaki Chi... Food 1 Food 1 • RALEY'S Teriyaki Chicken	404g	100.0	134	20.5	6.4	1.5	2.5	6.9
Pimento Chee... Food 2 Food 2 • WEST END FRESH SALADS, LLC Pimento Cheese Meal Pack	51g	22.5	373	23.5	3.9	—	27.5	9.8

Au Gratin Sliced Potatoes, Au Gratin vs Butternut Squash ""Fettuccine"" Alfredo Bowl, Butternut Squash ""Fettuccine"" Alfredo

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Au Gratin Sl... Food 1 Food 1 • MEIJER, INC. Au Gratin Sliced Potatoes	28g	100.0	357	75.0	3.6	7.1	—	7.1
Butternut Sq... Food 2 Food 2 • RAFAEL PADILLA & CIA S. EN C. Butternut Squash ""Fettuccine"" Alfredo Bowl	241g	43.5	66	10.8	2.5	1.7	2.5	1.2

Macaroni And Cheese Pasta vs Corn Succotash

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Macaroni And... Food 1 Food 1 • HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION Macaroni And Cheese Pasta	234g	78.2	145	18.0	3.4	0.9	5.1	6.4
Corn Succotash Food 2 Food 2 • BIG Y FOODS, INC. Corn Succotash	110g	47.1	200	25.5	6.4	3.6	7.3	4.6

Braised Beef Stew, Braised Beef vs Grilled Vegetable Pasta Melt, Grilled Vegetable

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Braised Beef... Food 1 Food 1 Braised Beef Stew, Braised Beef	170g	16.1	112	8.8	1.2	0.6	5.3	7.7
Grilled Vege... Food 2 Food 2 • B. ROBERT'S FOODS, INC. Grilled Vegetable Pasta Melt	140g	51.1	150	20.0	3.6	1.4	6.4	4.3

Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Maple Roasted vs Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Maple Roaste... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes	454g	100.0	128	21.8	11.7	2.2	4.2	1.1
Cheesy Brocc... Food 2 Food 2 • THE HARRIS SOUP COMPANY Cheesy Broccoli Quinoa	240g	37.3	92	11.7	0.8	3.8	4.2	3.8

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