What are Smooth Ride food comparisons?

Smooth Ride 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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Original Sweet Belgian Waffles, Original vs The Laughing Cow Cheese Mini Crepes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Swe... Food 1 Food 1 • JULIAN'S RECIPE, LLC. Original Sweet Belgian Waffles	55g	51.6	400	50.9	23.6	1.8	20.0	7.3
The Laughing... Food 2 Food 2 • CHASE CHARTS The Laughing Cow Cheese Mini Crepes	30g	25.5	567	46.7	13.3	0.8	36.7	10.0

French Toast Breakfast Bread, French Toast vs Vanilla Buttermilk Flavored Protein Waffles, Vanilla Buttermilk

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
French Toast... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES French Toast Breakfast Bread	57g	100.0	316	59.7	19.3	1.8	6.1	8.8
Vanilla Butt... Food 2 Food 2 • KELLOGG COMPANY Vanilla Buttermilk Flavored Protein Waffles	76g	36.0	289	29.0	9.2	3.9	14.5	17.1

Waffle, Birthday Cake vs Taste Of Belgium Birthday Cake Waffles, Taste Of Belgium

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Waffle, Birt... Food 1 Food 1 • WAFFLEWAFFLE, LLC. Waffle, Birthday Cake	64g	67.3	406	56.3	25.0	1.6	18.8	4.7
Taste Of Bel... Food 2 Food 2 • TOB PROJECTS LLC Taste Of Belgium Birthday Cake Waffles	60g	99.1	417	51.7	25.0	—	18.3	6.7

Whole Wheat Macaroni Spaghetti Product, Whole Wheat vs Hodgson Mill, Fettuccine With Milled Flax Seed

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Wheat ... Food 1 Food 1 • SHURFINE Whole Wheat Macaroni Spaghetti Product	56g	68.0	375	73.2	3.6	10.7	2.7	12.5
Hodgson Mill... Food 2 Food 2 • HODGSON MILL INC Hodgson Mill, Fettuccine With Milled Flax Seed	57g	65.7	377	70.2	1.8	10.5	4.4	14.0

Barilla, Pasta, Rotini vs 100% Whole Grain Whole Wheat Macaroni Product, Penne Rigate

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Barilla, Pas... Food 1 Food 1 • BARILLA G & R F.LLI S.P.A. Barilla, Pasta, Rotini	56g	63.9	321	69.6	3.6	10.7	2.7	14.3
100% Whole G... Food 2 Food 2 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. 100% Whole Grain Whole Wheat Macaroni Product, Penne Rigate	56g	69.9	357	73.2	3.6	8.9	2.7	12.5

Organic Elbow Macaroni, Green Lentil vs 100% Whole Wheat Macaroni Product, Rotini

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Elbo... Food 1 Food 1 • MAXXIMUM IMPACT, INC. Organic Elbow Macaroni, Green Lentil	85g	79.8	353	62.4	1.2	12.9	1.2	24.7
100% Whole W... Food 2 Food 2 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. 100% Whole Wheat Macaroni Product, Rotini	56g	70.3	357	75.0	3.6	10.7	1.8	10.7

Thick & Creamy Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Thick & Creamy vs Rotini & Red Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Thick & Crea... Food 1 Food 1 • SUPERVALU, INC. Thick & Creamy Macaroni & Cheese Dinner	70g	91.0	357	68.6	10.0	1.4	2.9	14.3
Rotini & Red... Food 2 Food 2 • KSLB HOLDINGS, LLC Rotini & Red Sauce	113g	93.6	221	46.0	2.7	3.5	3.1	10.6

Creamy Marinara vs Mac & Cheese Elbow Pasta With Creamy Cheese Sauce Deluxe Dinner, Mac & Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Creamy Marinara Food 1 Food 1 • WISE COMPANY, INC. Creamy Marinara	85g	86.1	376	62.4	10.6	9.4	7.1	16.5
Mac & Cheese... Food 2 Food 2 • SHURFINE Mac & Cheese Elbow Pasta With Creamy Cheese Sauce Deluxe Dinner	99g	82.6	323	44.4	3.0	1.0	10.1	12.1

Baked Vegetable Ziti Green Bell Peppers, Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Spinach, Zucchini, Eggplant, Chickpea Pasta, Baked Vegetable Ziti vs Deluxe Mac & Cheese, Deluxe

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Baked Vegeta... Food 1 Food 1 • GOODROOT LLC Baked Vegetable Ziti Green Bell Peppers, Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Spinach, Zucchini, Eggplant, Chickpea Pasta	320g	82.8	119	16.3	4.4	3.1	4.4	5.0
Deluxe Mac &... Food 2 Food 2 • TOPS MARKETS, LLC Deluxe Mac & Cheese	99g	80.7	323	44.4	3.0	2.0	10.1	12.1

White Cheddar With Brown Rice Pasta Organic Gluten Free Mac & Cheese, White Cheddar With Brown Rice Pasta vs Mild Cheddar Elbows Mac And Cheese Power Protein Pasta, Mild Cheddar Elbows

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Chedda... Food 1 Food 1 • JOVIAL FOODS, INC. White Cheddar With Brown Rice Pasta Organic Gluten Free Mac & Cheese	71g	100.0	380	70.4	4.2	2.8	7.0	9.9
Mild Cheddar... Food 2 Food 2 • QUINOA CORPORATION Mild Cheddar Elbows Mac And Cheese Power Protein Pasta	71g	72.3	366	63.4	2.8	9.9	2.1	22.5

Deluxe Mac & Cheese, Deluxe vs Thick'n Creamy Macaroni And Cheese Dinner, Thick'n Creamy

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Deluxe Mac &... Food 1 Food 1 • TOPS MARKETS, LLC Deluxe Mac & Cheese	99g	80.7	323	44.4	3.0	2.0	10.1	12.1
Thick'n Crea... Food 2 Food 2 • ASSOCIATED WHOLESALE GROCERS, INC. Thick'n Creamy Macaroni And Cheese Dinner	70g	91.0	357	68.6	10.0	1.4	2.9	14.3

Whole Wheat Penne With Red Pepper Sauce vs Road's End Organics, Dairy Free Mac & Chreese, Alfredo Style, Alfredo Style

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Wheat ... Food 1 Food 1 • SUNFOODS LLC Whole Wheat Penne With Red Pepper Sauce	75g	69.5	347	58.7	10.7	10.7	5.3	13.3
Road's End O... Food 2 Food 2 • EDWARD & SONS TRADING CO., INC Road's End Organics, Dairy Free Mac & Chreese, Alfredo Style, Alfredo Style	85g	100.0	353	74.1	1.2	5.9	2.9	9.4

Spirals Mac& Cheese Dinner, Spirals vs Gluten Free Rice Pasta & White Cheddar Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spirals Mac&... Food 1 Food 1 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Spirals Mac& Cheese Dinner	70g	95.2	357	71.4	12.9	1.4	2.1	12.9
Gluten Free ... Food 2 Food 2 • NOT A BRANDED ITEM Gluten Free Rice Pasta & White Cheddar Cheese	85g	100.0	353	75.3	4.7	1.2	2.4	9.4

Pasta Shells & White Cheddar Cheese, White Cheddar vs Vegan Mac Uncheddar

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pasta Shells... Food 1 Food 1 • DANONE US, LLC Pasta Shells & White Cheddar Cheese, White Cheddar	71g	93.1	366	70.4	8.5	2.8	3.5	12.7
Vegan Mac Un... Food 2 Food 2 • PASTARISO Vegan Mac Uncheddar	56g	90.1	461	89.3	5.4	5.4	3.6	17.9

Halloween Shapes Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Macaroni & Cheese vs Organic Brown Rice Pasta And Sauce Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Halloween Sh... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Halloween Shapes Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Macaroni & Cheese	70g	91.1	357	70.0	10.0	2.9	2.9	12.9
Organic Brow... Food 2 Food 2 • WEHAH FARM INC Organic Brown Rice Pasta And Sauce Mix	65g	83.9	338	72.3	4.6	6.2	5.4	7.7

Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese With Creamy Cheddar Sauce vs Organic Love Your Planet Pasta Shapes With Yummy Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Deluxe Macar... Food 1 Food 1 • SUPERVALU, INC. Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese With Creamy Cheddar Sauce	99g	80.7	323	44.4	3.0	2.0	10.1	12.1
Organic Love... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS, INC. Organic Love Your Planet Pasta Shapes With Yummy Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese	78g	92.4	385	65.4	6.4	3.8	6.4	14.1

Original Pasta & Cheese Sauce Mix, Original vs Four Cheeze Style With Herbs Deluxe Cheezy Mac, Four Cheeze Style With Herbs

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Pas... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Original Pasta & Cheese Sauce Mix	70g	100.0	357	70.0	12.9	4.3	2.9	12.9
Four Cheeze ... Food 2 Food 2 • PROMOTIONAL ALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL, INC Four Cheeze Style With Herbs Deluxe Cheezy Mac	100g	98.0	290	50.0	—	—	8.0	4.0

Near East Quinoa Blend Rosemary & Olive Oil 4.9 Ounce Paper Box vs Lasagna, Cheese Whole Grain Pasta Cooked Iqf Frozen Bulk Roll Up

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Near East Qu... Food 1 Food 1 • PEPSICO INC. Near East Quinoa Blend Rosemary & Olive Oil 4.9 Ounce Paper Box	56g	68.8	353	68.7	1.0	5.5	4.4	10.9
Lasagna, Che... Food 2 Food 2 • TASTY BRANDS LLC Lasagna, Cheese Whole Grain Pasta Cooked Iqf Frozen Bulk Roll Up	102g	43.8	166	24.5	3.9	2.0	2.5	10.8

Sfs Twin Marquis Ww Yakisoba Noodles Net Wt 30 Lbs vs Chef Boyardee Overstuffed Italian Sausage Ravioli, 15 Oz, 15 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sfs Twin Mar... Food 1 Food 1 • TWIN MARQUIS INC. Sfs Twin Marquis Ww Yakisoba Noodles Net Wt 30 Lbs	92g	89.0	272	50.0	—	4.3	2.7	10.9
Chef Boyarde... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Overstuffed Italian Sausage Ravioli, 15 Oz, 15 Oz	260g	25.2	92	14.6	3.9	1.9	2.3	3.5

Wg Square Ravioli vs Vegetarian Chili W/Spanish Rice

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wg Square Ra... Food 1 Food 1 • TASTY BRANDS LLC Wg Square Ravioli	123g	49.0	187	27.6	3.3	2.4	2.4	13.0
Vegetarian C... Food 2 Food 2 • ES FOODS, INC. Vegetarian Chili W/Spanish Rice	269g	28.8	93	17.8	1.5	3.3	0.7	4.1

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