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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Beef Barley & Vegetable Soup vs Organic Creamy Garden Tomato Soup

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beef Barley ... Food 1 Food 1 • SCULATTI I.F.S. Beef Barley & Vegetable Soup	227g	25.8	66	7.1	1.3	1.3	2.6	4.0
Organic Crea... Food 2 Food 2 • SAFEWAY, INC. Organic Creamy Garden Tomato Soup	245g	33.7	98	8.2	3.3	1.2	6.5	1.2

Organic Chicken & Wild Rice Soup vs Butternut Squash Soup

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Chic... Food 1 Food 1 • PACIFIC FOODS OF OREGON, INC. Organic Chicken & Wild Rice Soup	247g	12.1	49	6.9	0.4	0.8	1.6	2.0
Butternut Sq... Food 2 Food 2 • BRANDLESS, INC Butternut Squash Soup	326g	64.0	46	10.4	3.7	0.6	—	0.6

Organic Spicy Black Bean & Kale Soup vs Creamy Tomato Bisque, Creamy Tomato

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Spic... Food 1 Food 1 • PACIFIC FOODS OF OREGON, INC. Organic Spicy Black Bean & Kale Soup	246g	15.4	49	9.8	0.8	2.0	—	2.9
Creamy Tomat... Food 2 Food 2 • H E BUTT GROCERY COMPANY Creamy Tomato Bisque	245g	16.1	106	8.6	6.9	0.4	7.4	1.2

365 Everyday Value, Chicken & Wild Rice Soup vs Vermicelli Soup

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
365 Everyday... Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. 365 Everyday Value, Chicken & Wild Rice Soup	245g	29.9	41	6.9	0.8	0.8	—	3.3
Vermicelli Soup Food 2 Food 2 • SEMPIO FOODS COMPANY Vermicelli Soup	99g	75.1	181	38.3	1.5	—	1.0	5.0

Butternut Squash Soup, Butternut Squash vs Meatball & Rice Soup

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Butternut Sq... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES Butternut Squash Soup	454g	21.4	81	11.9	2.9	1.1	3.7	1.3
Meatball & R... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS, INC. Meatball & Rice Soup	248g	31.8	52	7.3	1.2	0.8	1.8	2.0

Vegetarian Black Bean Artisan Soups, Vegetarian Black Bean vs Kosher Natural Chicken Flavor Noodle Soup Mix, Chicken

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Vegetarian B... Food 1 Food 1 • CONIFER SPECIALTIES INC. Vegetarian Black Bean Artisan Soups	31g	24.9	258	64.5	6.5	22.6	1.6	19.4
Kosher Natur... Food 2 Food 2 • LIPTON Kosher Natural Chicken Flavor Noodle Soup Mix, Chicken	17g	100.0	353	64.7	11.8	—	2.9	11.8

Soup, Moroccan Style Chicken With Chickpeas vs Noodle Soup Mix With Real Chicken Broth, Chicken Broth

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Soup, Morocc... Food 1 Food 1 • CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Soup, Moroccan Style Chicken With Chickpeas	240g	43.6	71	11.7	3.8	2.5	0.8	4.2
Noodle Soup ... Food 2 Food 2 • WEIS MARKETS, INC. Noodle Soup Mix With Real Chicken Broth, Chicken Broth	16g	19.3	375	62.5	—	—	6.3	12.5

Modern Bistro, Bisque, Carrot & Ginger, Carrot & Ginger vs Reduced Sodium New England Style Clam Chowder Soup

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Modern Bistr... Food 1 Food 1 • THE HARRIS SOUP COMPANY Modern Bistro, Bisque, Carrot & Ginger, Carrot & Ginger	245g	51.6	86	11.4	4.1	0.8	4.1	1.2
Reduced Sodi... Food 2 Food 2 • FOOD TOWN STORES INC. Reduced Sodium New England Style Clam Chowder Soup	245g	37.9	49	8.6	0.8	0.8	0.8	2.0

30% Less Sodium Homestyle Chicken Noodle Ready To Serve Soup, 30% Less Sodium Homestyle Chicken Noodle vs Beef Bulgogi Flavor Steamed Soup Dumplings, Beef Bulgogi

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
30% Less Sod... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES 30% Less Sodium Homestyle Chicken Noodle Ready To Serve Soup	245g	10.6	41	5.7	0.8	0.4	0.6	2.9
Beef Bulgogi... Food 2 Food 2 • CJ FOODS USA INC Beef Bulgogi Flavor Steamed Soup Dumplings	170g	41.1	182	21.8	2.9	0.6	6.5	10.0

Ham Pot Pie With Uncured Bacon, Uncured Bacon vs Homestyle Split Pea Soup Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ham Pot Pie ... Food 1 Food 1 • SPRING GLEN FRESH FOODS, INC. Ham Pot Pie With Uncured Bacon, Uncured Bacon	245g	37.5	82	8.2	0.8	0.4	2.9	4.9
Homestyle Sp... Food 2 Food 2 • ROYAL WINE CORPORATION Homestyle Split Pea Soup Mix	43g	26.8	349	62.8	7.0	30.2	2.3	20.9

Urbane Grain, Miso & Shaved Mushrooms vs Chicken Noodle Soup

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Urbane Grain... Food 1 Food 1 • IMG HOLDINGS INC. Urbane Grain, Miso & Shaved Mushrooms	57g	63.5	351	66.7	3.5	8.8	3.5	15.8
Chicken Nood... Food 2 Food 2 • BLOUNT SEAFOOD CORPORATION Chicken Noodle Soup	235g	27.6	43	6.8	0.9	0.9	1.1	2.1

French Onion Pot Roast Soup Mix vs Miso Ramen, Miso

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
French Onion... Food 1 Food 1 • OLD WORLD SPICES & SEASONING French Onion Pot Roast Soup Mix	32g	43.3	344	75.0	9.4	6.2	3.1	6.3
Miso Ramen Food 2 Food 2 • MEIJER, INC. Miso Ramen	113g	52.2	168	28.3	4.4	1.8	4.4	4.4

Vegan Thai Coconut Big Bowl Of Noodles, Thai Coconut vs Extra Noodle Soup Mix Made With Real Chicken Broth, Real Chicken Broth

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Vegan Thai C... Food 1 Food 1 • NEW FRONTIER FOODS INC. Vegan Thai Coconut Big Bowl Of Noodles, Thai Coconut	114g	100.0	342	71.9	8.8	6.1	1.8	11.4
Extra Noodle... Food 2 Food 2 • NASH FINCH COMPANY Extra Noodle Soup Mix Made With Real Chicken Broth, Real Chicken Broth	23g	26.9	391	65.2	4.4	4.3	8.7	13.0

Chicken & Wild Rice Soup, Chicken & Wild Rice vs Cheddar Potato Soup Mix, Cheddar Potato

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken & Wi... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Chicken & Wild Rice Soup	245g	25.9	33	5.7	0.8	0.4	—	2.5
Cheddar Pota... Food 2 Food 2 • SOUTHEASTERN MILLS INC. Cheddar Potato Soup Mix	43g	52.3	395	65.1	9.3	2.3	11.6	7.0

Greek Style Lemon Chicken Soup vs Nissin, Top Ramen, Ramen Noodle Soup, Chicken, Chicken

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Greek Style ... Food 1 Food 1 • BLOUNT SEAFOOD CORPORATION Greek Style Lemon Chicken Soup	453g	7.1	31	3.8	0.9	0.2	0.8	2.2
Nissin, Top ... Food 2 Food 2 • NISSIN FOODS USA CO INC Nissin, Top Ramen, Ramen Noodle Soup, Chicken, Chicken	42g	100.0	452	61.9	2.4	4.8	16.7	11.9

Vegetarian Split Pea Soup vs New England Clam Chowder Soup

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Vegetarian S... Food 1 Food 1 • PLENUS GROUP INC Vegetarian Split Pea Soup	241g	32.0	58	10.8	1.7	4.1	0.2	3.7
New England ... Food 2 Food 2 • ALL EARZ New England Clam Chowder Soup	227g	29.4	108	7.5	0.9	0.9	6.6	4.0

Hominy Bean Soup vs Soup, Kale & Potato

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hominy Bean ... Food 1 Food 1 • CURATION FOODS, INC. Hominy Bean Soup	227g	35.7	66	10.1	0.9	2.2	2.0	2.6
Soup, Kale &... Food 2 Food 2 • THE HARRIS SOUP COMPANY Soup, Kale & Potato	245g	29.8	78	6.9	1.2	0.8	4.5	2.0

Homestyle Chili With Beans, Homestyle With Beans vs 30% Less Sodium Homestyle Chicken Noodle Ready To Serve Soup, 30% Less Sodium Homestyle Chicken Noodle

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Homestyle Ch... Food 1 Food 1 • SOUTHEASTERN MILLS INC. Homestyle Chili With Beans, Homestyle With Beans	38g	38.9	342	65.8	7.9	13.2	4.0	10.5
30% Less Sod... Food 2 Food 2 • TARGET STORES 30% Less Sodium Homestyle Chicken Noodle Ready To Serve Soup	245g	10.6	41	5.7	0.8	0.4	0.6	2.9

Homestyle Chicken Noodle Hearty Soup Mix vs Wild Seafood Bouillabaisse With Rockfish, Shrimp, And Clams, Rockfish, Shrimp, And Clams

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Homestyle Ch... Food 1 Food 1 • WYLER FOODS/DIVISION OF BORDEN Homestyle Chicken Noodle Hearty Soup Mix	21g	100.0	333	57.1	4.8	4.8	7.1	14.3
Wild Seafood... Food 2 Food 2 • FISHPEOPLE, INC Wild Seafood Bouillabaisse With Rockfish, Shrimp, And Clams, Rockfish, Shrimp, And Clams	283g	25.4	67	5.7	2.1	1.1	2.1	5.3

Slow Kettle Style Soup, Tomato & Sweet Basil Bisque vs Beef Pho Rice Noodle Soup

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Slow Kettle ... Food 1 Food 1 • CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Slow Kettle Style Soup, Tomato & Sweet Basil Bisque	240g	61.3	121	13.8	10.0	0.8	6.7	1.7
Beef Pho Ric... Food 2 Food 2 • BEL-ISLE INC. Beef Pho Rice Noodle Soup	48g	55.1	396	60.4	10.4	—	8.3	18.8

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