What are Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats food comparisons?

Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats 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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Cajun Style Andouille vs Original Organic Uncured Beef Summer Sausage, Original Organic Uncured Beef

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cajun Style ... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Cajun Style Andouille	3.8	250	2.4	1.2	—	19.1	16.7
Original Org... Food 2 Food 2 • COOPERATIVE REGIONS OF ORGANIC PRODUCER POOLS Original Organic Uncured Beef Summer Sausage, Original Organic Uncured Beef	1.9	250	1.8	1.8	—	19.6	19.6

Philly Cheesesteak Bratwurst vs Whole Foods Market, Jambalaya Soup

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Philly Chees... Food 1 Food 1 • ALEXANDER & HORNUNG, INC. Philly Cheesesteak Bratwurst	3.7	247	3.5	1.2	1.2	20.0	14.1
Whole Foods ... Food 2 Food 2 • DEL MONACO SPECIALTY FOODS, INC. Whole Foods Market, Jambalaya Soup	35.5	86	8.2	1.2	0.8	3.7	4.9

Hot Italian Sausage Patties, Hot vs Fair Style Hot Dogs

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hot Italian ... Food 1 Food 1 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Hot Italian Sausage Patties, Hot	1.9	306	1.2	1.2	—	23.5	21.2
Fair Style H... Food 2 Food 2 • AMERICAN FOODS GROUP, LLC Fair Style Hot Dogs	1.9	263	1.8	1.8	—	22.8	12.3

Original Flame Grilled Fully Cooked Bratwurst, Original vs All Natural Chicken Apple Smoked Sausage

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Fla... Food 1 Food 1 • JOHNSONVILLE SAUSAGE, L.L.C. Original Flame Grilled Fully Cooked Bratwurst, Original	7.4	329	5.1	1.3	—	27.9	13.9
All Natural ... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. All Natural Chicken Apple Smoked Sausage	5.8	119	3.6	2.4	—	3.6	17.9

Smoked Sweets Sausage, Smoked Sweets vs Ground Sausage Chorizo

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Smoked Sweet... Food 1 Food 1 • ARNOLD MEATS INC. Smoked Sweets Sausage, Smoked Sweets	5.6	267	4.0	2.7	—	22.7	13.3
Ground Sausa... Food 2 Food 2 • CLEMENS FOOD GROUP, LLC Ground Sausage Chorizo	3.7	321	3.6	—	—	26.8	17.9

Green Onion, Jalapeno Garlic Trio Smoked Sausage, Green Onion, Jalapeno Garlic vs The Original Twins Hot Dog

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Green Onion,... Food 1 Food 1 • BIG EASY FOODS OF LOUISIANA, LLC Green Onion, Jalapeno Garlic Trio Smoked Sausage, Green Onion, Jalapeno Garlic	1.9	228	1.8	1.8	—	14.0	19.3
The Original... Food 2 Food 2 • CARGILL MEAT SOLUTIONS CORPORATION The Original Twins Hot Dog	3.7	344	3.1	1.6	—	32.8	10.9

Classic Sage Breakfast Fully Cooked Chicken Sausage, Classic Sage Breakfast vs Toscano Recipe Ground Italian Sausage, Toscano Recipe

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Classic Sage... Food 1 Food 1 • BILINSKI SAUSAGE MFG. CO. Classic Sage Breakfast Fully Cooked Chicken Sausage, Classic Sage Breakfast	1.9	125	2.1	2.1	—	4.2	20.8
Toscano Reci... Food 2 Food 2 • SMITHFIELD FARMLAND CORP. Toscano Recipe Ground Italian Sausage, Toscano Recipe	9.9	339	5.4	1.8	—	26.8	17.9

Farmland, Pork Sausage, Original, Original vs Pork Sausage, Maple

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Farmland, Po... Food 1 Food 1 • SMITHFIELD FARMLAND CORP. Farmland, Pork Sausage, Original, Original	1.8	446	1.8	1.8	—	41.1	17.9
Pork Sausage... Food 2 Food 2 • BOB EVANS FARMS INC Pork Sausage, Maple	5.5	411	5.4	3.6	—	35.7	17.9

Original Sausage Links, Original vs Italian Pork Sausage Breakfast Patties, Italian

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Sau... Food 1 Food 1 • THE HILLSHIRE BRANDS COMPANY Original Sausage Links, Original	3.7	382	3.6	1.8	—	34.6	16.4
Italian Pork... Food 2 Food 2 • BURGER MAKER CO INC Italian Pork Sausage Breakfast Patties, Italian	1.9	186	2.3	—	—	11.6	16.3

Goya, Chorizos vs Beef Franks Skinless

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Goya, Chorizos Food 1 Food 1 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Goya, Chorizos	5.5	347	6.1	2.0	—	26.5	20.4
Beef Franks ... Food 2 Food 2 • BLACK BEAR ENTERPRISE, INC. Beef Franks Skinless	1.9	265	2.0	2.0	—	24.5	12.2

Hickory Smoked Hot Dogs, Original vs Mild Italian Sausage, Mild Italian

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hickory Smok... Food 1 Food 1 • SMITHFIELD FARMLAND CORP. Hickory Smoked Hot Dogs, Original	5.7	289	6.7	2.2	—	24.4	11.1
Mild Italian... Food 2 Food 2 • DIERBERG'S MARKETS, INC. Mild Italian Sausage, Mild Italian	5.6	286	2.7	0.9	—	23.2	15.2

Fully Cooked Smoked Cocktail Sausages 100% Grass Fed Beef, Smoked Cocktail Sausages vs Sun Dried Tomato Uncured Bratwurst, Sun Dried Tomato

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fully Cooked... Food 1 Food 1 • TETON WATERS RANCH Fully Cooked Smoked Cocktail Sausages 100% Grass Fed Beef, Smoked Cocktail Sausages	1.9	228	1.8	—	—	19.3	12.3
Sun Dried To... Food 2 Food 2 Sun Dried Tomato Uncured Bratwurst, Sun Dried Tomato	1.9	294	1.2	1.2	—	25.9	12.9

Bun Length Angus Uncured Beef Franks vs Sweet Italian Sausage

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bun Length A... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Bun Length Angus Uncured Beef Franks	3.7	340	4.0	2.0	—	30.0	12.0
Sweet Italia... Food 2 Food 2 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Sweet Italian Sausage	7.4	308	6.4	2.6	1.3	23.1	18.0

Smoked Hot Beef Sausage, Smoked Hot Beef vs Original Bratwurst, Original

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Smoked Hot B... Food 1 Food 1 • ARNOLD MEATS INC. Smoked Hot Beef Sausage, Smoked Hot Beef	1.9	293	1.3	1.3	—	25.3	16.0
Original Bra... Food 2 Food 2 • NASH FINCH COMPANY Original Bratwurst, Original	7.4	308	5.1	2.6	—	23.1	18.0

Organic Kale Balsamic, Chicken Sausage vs Apple Cinnamon Links Premium Pork Sausage, Apple Cinnamon Links

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Kale... Food 1 Food 1 • RALEY'S Organic Kale Balsamic, Chicken Sausage	3.8	132	2.9	1.5	—	3.7	19.1
Apple Cinnam... Food 2 Food 2 • GUNNOE SAUSAGE COMPANY Apple Cinnamon Links Premium Pork Sausage, Apple Cinnamon Links	5.5	327	5.5	—	—	23.6	20.0

Chicken Sausage, Hatch Green Chile & Mozzarella Cheese vs Smoked Sausage With Turkey & Pork

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Saus... Food 1 Food 1 • HY-VEE, INC. Chicken Sausage, Hatch Green Chile & Mozzarella Cheese	3.8	167	3.6	2.4	1.2	9.5	17.9
Smoked Sausa... Food 2 Food 2 • TALL TREE FOODS, INC. Smoked Sausage With Turkey & Pork	3.8	214	3.6	1.8	—	16.1	14.3

Chicken Sausage With Onions, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Roasted Garlic & Dill, Spinach & Feta vs Spinach & Mozzarella Cheese Chicken Sausage, Spinach & Mozzarella Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Saus... Food 1 Food 1 • FOSTER POULTRY FARMS Chicken Sausage With Onions, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Roasted Garlic & Dill, Spinach & Feta	1.9	176	1.2	1.2	—	12.9	14.1
Spinach & Mo... Food 2 Food 2 • MEIJER, INC. Spinach & Mozzarella Cheese Chicken Sausage, Spinach & Mozzarella Cheese	1.9	153	1.2	—	—	8.2	17.7

Octoberfest Beer Bratwurst vs Hatfield, Phillies Franks

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Octoberfest ... Food 1 Food 1 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Octoberfest Beer Bratwurst	5.6	329	3.7	1.2	—	25.6	17.1
Hatfield, Ph... Food 2 Food 2 • MEDFORD'S INC Hatfield, Phillies Franks	1.9	286	1.8	—	—	26.8	12.5

Bob's 47 Okloberfest Bratwurst vs Hot Italian Pork Sausage

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bob's 47 Okl... Food 1 Food 1 • BOULEVARD BREWING CO Bob's 47 Okloberfest Bratwurst	3.7	329	2.4	1.2	—	26.8	17.1
Hot Italian ... Food 2 Food 2 • LAFRIEDA MEATS INC Hot Italian Pork Sausage	1.9	240	1.3	1.3	—	18.7	16.0

Chicken Sausage, Spinach & Asiago vs The Original Brat Hans, Organic Italian Chicken Sausage

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Saus... Food 1 Food 1 • F & S GOURMET FOODS, LLC Chicken Sausage, Spinach & Asiago	1.9	178	2.2	—	1.1	10.0	20.0
The Original... Food 2 Food 2 • COLEMAN NATURAL FOODS LLC The Original Brat Hans, Organic Italian Chicken Sausage	0.0	165	1.2	—	1.2	9.4	16.5

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