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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Shrimp Scampi Kit, Shrimp vs Philly Style Cheesesteak Artisan Crafted Dumpling Pasta With Creamy Cheese Sauce & Green Peppers, Philly Style Cheesesteak

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Shrimp Scamp... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Shrimp Scampi Kit	42g	50.2	357	66.7	7.1	4.8	3.8	14.3
Philly Style... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Philly Style Cheesesteak Artisan Crafted Dumpling Pasta With Creamy Cheese Sauce & Green Peppers	70g	59.6	329	47.1	8.6	2.9	11.4	10.0

Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno vs White Cheddar Mac 'N Cheese Shells, White Cheddar

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sharp Chedda... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Dinner	84g	73.3	321	46.4	4.8	1.2	9.5	10.7
White Chedda... Food 2 Food 2 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. White Cheddar Mac 'N Cheese Shells	71g	92.8	366	69.0	8.5	1.4	3.5	14.1

Italian Sides Mac & Cheese, Truffle vs Lasagna Skillet Dinners Pasta & Sauce Mix, Lasagna

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Italian Side... Food 1 Food 1 • TOPS MARKETS, LLC Italian Sides Mac & Cheese, Truffle	74g	80.6	378	60.8	9.5	4.1	8.1	13.5
Lasagna Skil... Food 2 Food 2 • SAFEWAY, INC. Lasagna Skillet Dinners Pasta & Sauce Mix	35g	43.3	343	68.6	11.4	5.7	—	8.6

White Cheddar Shells & Cheese, White Cheddar vs Gluten Free Vegan Mac & Cheese, Cheddar

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Chedda... Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. White Cheddar Shells & Cheese	85g	100.0	365	69.4	7.1	2.4	3.5	14.1
Gluten Free ... Food 2 Food 2 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Gluten Free Vegan Mac & Cheese, Cheddar	70g	94.6	371	74.3	—	5.7	2.1	5.7

Italian Sausage Rottni Meal!, Italian Sausage vs Macaroni & Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Italian Saus... Food 1 Food 1 • CUGINO'S GOURMET FOODS, INC. Italian Sausage Rottni Meal!	71g	100.0	338	59.2	12.7	5.6	5.6	18.3
Macaroni & C... Food 2 Food 2 • RESER'S FINE FOODS, INC. Macaroni & Cheese	340g	86.3	112	13.8	1.8	0.9	4.1	5.6

Skillet Dinner, Double Cheeseburger vs Original Flavor Macaroni & Cheese, Original

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Skillet Dinn... Food 1 Food 1 • BRUNO'S SUPERMARKETS, INC. Skillet Dinner, Double Cheeseburger	29g	37.1	345	69.0	3.5	3.4	3.5	10.3
Original Fla... Food 2 Food 2 • MEIJER, INC. Original Flavor Macaroni & Cheese	70g	100.0	357	71.4	12.9	1.4	2.1	12.9

Deluxe Shells & Cheese Macaroni & Cheese Dinner With Creamy Cheddar Sauce, Shells & Cheese vs Caramelized Onion Macaroni & Cheese, Caramelized Onion

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Deluxe Shell... Food 1 Food 1 • SUPERVALU, INC. Deluxe Shells & Cheese Macaroni & Cheese Dinner With Creamy Cheddar Sauce, Shells & Cheese	113g	94.3	319	45.1	3.5	1.8	10.6	10.6
Caramelized ... Food 2 Food 2 • VERMONT CHEESE PRODUCTS, INC. Caramelized Onion Macaroni & Cheese	104g	72.3	298	41.4	6.7	3.8	10.6	10.6

Deluxe Shells & Aged Cheddar Cheese Sauce vs Chicken Helper, Ultimate Pasta And Seasoning Mix, Creamy Parmesan Alfredo, Creamy Parmesan Alfredo

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Deluxe Shell... Food 1 Food 1 • FRESH & EASY Deluxe Shells & Aged Cheddar Cheese Sauce	102g	90.3	333	48.0	2.9	2.0	9.8	11.8
Chicken Help... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS, INC. Chicken Helper, Ultimate Pasta And Seasoning Mix, Creamy Parmesan Alfredo, Creamy Parmesan Alfredo	49g	50.5	327	55.1	6.1	2.0	9.2	8.2

Butter Fettuccine Pasta In A Butter Sauce, Butter vs Butter Fettuccine In A Delicately Seasoned Butter Sauce Pasta Sides, Butter

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Butter Fettu... Food 1 Food 1 • SCHNUCK MARKETS, INC. Butter Fettuccine Pasta In A Butter Sauce	63g	83.5	365	71.4	9.5	3.2	4.8	11.1
Butter Fettu... Food 2 Food 2 • NASH FINCH COMPANY Butter Fettuccine In A Delicately Seasoned Butter Sauce Pasta Sides	63g	79.2	397	66.7	3.2	1.6	7.9	11.1

Ravioli, Spinach Ricotta Pasta vs Stroganoff

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ravioli, Spi... Food 1 Food 1 • LYRICAL FOODS, INC Ravioli, Spinach Ricotta Pasta	100g	60.2	220	31.0	—	—	7.0	9.0
Stroganoff Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS, INC. Stroganoff	28g	35.0	357	67.9	3.6	3.6	3.6	10.7

Macaroni & Mild Cheddar Cheese Protein Mac vs Skillet Classics, Cheeseburger Macaroni Hamburger Dinner Mix, Cheeseburger Macaroni

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Macaroni & M... Food 1 Food 1 • DANONE US, LLC Macaroni & Mild Cheddar Cheese Protein Mac	71g	84.3	380	64.8	5.6	2.8	5.6	16.9
Skillet Clas... Food 2 Food 2 • BIG Y FOODS, INC. Skillet Classics, Cheeseburger Macaroni Hamburger Dinner Mix, Cheeseburger Macaroni	31g	39.1	355	67.7	3.2	3.2	1.6	9.7

Baked Ziti Pasta With Meat Sauce And Mozzarella Cheese, Baked Ziti vs Cheesy Jalapeno Mac'n Cheese Pasta With Flavored Sauce, Cheesy Jalapeno

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Baked Ziti P... Food 1 Food 1 • HY-VEE, INC. Baked Ziti Pasta With Meat Sauce And Mozzarella Cheese	129g	36.6	178	15.5	3.9	0.8	9.3	10.9
Cheesy Jalap... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO/GOLDEN GRAIN Cheesy Jalapeno Mac'n Cheese Pasta With Flavored Sauce	64g	100.0	375	65.6	4.7	3.1	7.0	10.9

Stroganoff Simply Skillets Pasta & Sauce Mix, Stroganoff vs Creamy Cajun Style Pasta Seasoned Grilled White Chicken And Rotini Pasta In A Savory, Creamy, Cajun Style Sauce, Creamy Cajun Style Pasta

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Stroganoff S... Food 1 Food 1 • WEIS MARKETS, INC. Stroganoff Simply Skillets Pasta & Sauce Mix	31g	38.3	355	67.7	9.7	3.2	3.2	19.4
Creamy Cajun... Food 2 Food 2 • ZATARAIN'S INC. Creamy Cajun Style Pasta Seasoned Grilled White Chicken And Rotini Pasta In A Savory, Creamy, Cajun Style Sauce	297g	89.8	141	16.2	3.7	0.7	5.4	7.1

Roundy's, Three Cheese Skillet Dinner vs Deluxe Cheddar Shells & Cheese In A Creamy Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Deluxe Cheddar

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Roundy's, Th... Food 1 Food 1 • FINLAY EXTRACTS & INGREDIENTS USA, INC. Roundy's, Three Cheese Skillet Dinner	34g	41.2	324	64.7	2.9	2.9	1.5	8.8
Deluxe Chedd... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Deluxe Cheddar Shells & Cheese In A Creamy Cheddar Cheese Sauce	78g	63.8	295	42.3	2.6	—	9.0	10.3

Macaroni & Cheese, Original vs Pasta Sides Chicken Flavor

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Macaroni & C... Food 1 Food 1 • MCILHENNY COMPANY Macaroni & Cheese, Original	58g	75.6	379	69.0	6.9	1.7	6.9	10.3
Pasta Sides ... Food 2 Food 2 • LIPTON Pasta Sides Chicken Flavor	63g	81.4	365	69.8	3.2	3.2	3.2	12.7

Mariachi Mac & Cheese, Mariachi vs Cheeseburger Skillet Dinner

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mariachi Mac... Food 1 Food 1 • SUGAR MOUNTAIN CAPITAL, LLC Mariachi Mac & Cheese	225g	33.8	169	18.7	2.2	1.3	8.0	7.1
Cheeseburger... Food 2 Food 2 • JH BIOTECH, INC. Cheeseburger Skillet Dinner	33g	42.9	333	69.7	3.0	3.0	1.5	12.1

Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad, Deviled Egg Macaroni vs Cheeseburger Macaroni Pasta & Cheese Sauce Dinner Mix, Cheeseburger Macaroni

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Deviled Egg ... Food 1 Food 1 • RESER'S FINE FOODS, INC. Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad	140g	41.0	171	15.7	4.3	0.7	9.3	5.7
Cheeseburger... Food 2 Food 2 • SUPERVALU, INC. Cheeseburger Macaroni Pasta & Cheese Sauce Dinner Mix	31g	39.1	355	67.7	3.2	3.2	3.2	9.7

Farmhouse Mac & Cheese With A Breadcrumb Topping Made With Organic Macaroni, Farmhouse Mac & Cheese vs Lasagna, Home Cooked Skillet Dinner

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Farmhouse Ma... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC. Farmhouse Mac & Cheese With A Breadcrumb Topping Made With Organic Macaroni	227g	60.8	132	15.0	0.4	1.3	4.9	6.6
Lasagna, Hom... Food 2 Food 2 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Lasagna, Home Cooked Skillet Dinner	36g	48.8	333	72.2	11.1	2.8	1.4	11.1

3 Cheese Swift Mac Macaroni & Cheese Cups, 3 Cheese Swift Mac vs Creamy Cheddar Pasta Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
3 Cheese Swi... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES 3 Cheese Swift Mac Macaroni & Cheese Cups	58g	100.0	379	69.0	10.3	1.7	6.9	10.3
Creamy Chedd... Food 2 Food 2 • B&G FOODS NORTH AMERICA, INC. Creamy Cheddar Pasta Mix	74g	92.0	405	66.2	6.8	1.4	10.8	12.2

Gluten Free Rice Pasta & Cheddar vs Truffle Flavored Mac & Cheese Sauce, Truffle

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Gluten Free ... Food 1 Food 1 • MCILHENNY COMPANY Gluten Free Rice Pasta & Cheddar	70g	63.1	214	45.7	5.7	—	1.4	5.7
Truffle Flav... Food 2 Food 2 • PRICE CHOPPER SUPERMARKETS Truffle Flavored Mac & Cheese Sauce	92g	100.0	380	62.0	9.8	3.3	7.6	14.1

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