What are Clean Machine food comparisons?

Clean Machine 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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Pasteurized Process Cheese Food vs Skim Milk (Pasteurized, Vitamin A And D Fortified)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pasteurized ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Pasteurized Process Cheese Food	9.7	366	5.3	2.6	—	30.6	18.0
Skim Milk (P... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Skim Milk (Pasteurized, Vitamin A And D Fortified)	9.8	34	4.9	5.1	—	0.1	3.4

Chicken Egg Yolk (Frozen) vs Cotija Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Egg ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chicken Egg Yolk (Frozen)	1.1	296	0.6	—	—	25.1	15.6
Cotija Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Cotija Cheese	5.0	—	2.7	—	—	27.2	23.8

Cow Buttermilk (Raw) vs Oaxaca Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cow Buttermi... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Cow Buttermilk (Raw)	9.5	—	4.8	—	—	1.1	3.5
Oaxaca Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Oaxaca Cheese	4.4	—	2.4	—	—	22.1	22.1

Greek Yogurt vs Skim Milk (Pasteurized, Vitamin A And D Fortified)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Greek Yogurt Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Greek Yogurt	7.1	61	3.6	3.3	—	0.4	10.3
Skim Milk (P... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Skim Milk (Pasteurized, Vitamin A And D Fortified)	9.8	34	4.9	5.1	—	0.1	3.4

Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added) vs Queso Fresco

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lowfat Cow M... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added)	10.3	43	5.2	5.0	—	1.0	3.4
Queso Fresco Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Queso Fresco	5.5	—	3.0	—	—	23.4	18.9

Cottage Cheese (Lowfat) vs Queso Fresco

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cottage Chee... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Cottage Cheese (Lowfat)	8.4	84	4.3	4.1	—	2.3	11.0
Queso Fresco Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Queso Fresco	5.5	—	3.0	—	—	23.4	18.9

Sour Cream vs Skim Milk (Pasteurized, Vitamin A And D Fortified)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sour Cream Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Sour Cream	10.8	—	5.6	—	—	18.0	3.1
Skim Milk (P... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Skim Milk (Pasteurized, Vitamin A And D Fortified)	9.8	34	4.9	5.1	—	0.1	3.4

Cottage Cheese (Lowfat) vs Mozzarella Cheese Low Moisture Part Skim

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cottage Chee... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Cottage Cheese (Lowfat)	8.4	84	4.3	4.1	—	2.3	11.0
Mozzarella C... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Mozzarella Cheese Low Moisture Part Skim	8.2	298	4.4	1.8	—	20.4	23.7

Greek Yogurt vs Queso Fresco

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Greek Yogurt Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Greek Yogurt	9.3	—	4.8	3.3	—	4.4	8.8
Queso Fresco Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Queso Fresco	5.5	—	3.0	—	—	23.4	18.9

Oaxaca Cheese vs Cream Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Oaxaca Cheese Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Oaxaca Cheese	4.4	—	2.4	—	—	22.1	22.1
Cream Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Cream Cheese	8.6	—	4.6	—	—	33.5	5.8

Yogurt (Plain) vs Provolone Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Yogurt (Plain) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Yogurt (Plain)	11.0	—	5.6	4.1	—	4.5	3.8
Provolone Ch... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Provolone Cheese	4.5	—	2.5	—	—	28.1	23.5

Queso Blanco Cheese vs Yogurt (Plain)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Queso Blanco... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Queso Blanco Cheese	3.8	326	2.1	0.4	—	24.3	24.5
Yogurt (Plain) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Yogurt (Plain)	11.0	—	5.6	4.1	—	4.5	3.8

Butter (Salted) vs Sour Cream

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Butter (Salted) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Butter (Salted)	0.0	—	—	0.6	—	82.2	—
Sour Cream Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Sour Cream	10.8	—	5.6	—	—	18.0	3.1

Butter (Unsalted) vs Butter (Salted)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Butter (Unsa... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Butter (Unsalted)	0.0	—	—	—	—	81.5	—
Butter (Salted) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Butter (Salted)	0.0	—	—	0.6	—	82.2	—

Chicken Egg White vs Cottage Cheese (Lowfat)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Egg ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chicken Egg White	4.6	55	2.4	—	—	—	10.7
Cottage Chee... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Cottage Cheese (Lowfat)	8.4	84	4.3	4.1	—	2.3	11.0

Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added) vs Monterey Jack Cheese (Pasteurized)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lowfat Cow M... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added)	10.3	43	5.2	5.0	—	1.0	3.4
Monterey Jac... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Monterey Jack Cheese (Pasteurized)	3.4	—	1.9	—	—	32.6	22.6

Greek Yogurt vs Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Greek Yogurt Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Greek Yogurt	9.3	—	4.8	3.3	—	4.4	8.8
Lowfat Cow M... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Lowfat Cow Milk (1% Fat, Vitamin A And D Added)	10.3	43	5.2	5.0	—	1.0	3.4

Swiss Cheese vs Cow Buttermilk (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Swiss Cheese Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Swiss Cheese	2.6	393	1.4	—	—	31.0	27.0
Cow Buttermi... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Cow Buttermilk (Raw)	9.5	—	4.8	—	—	1.1	3.5

Queso Fresco vs Cream Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Queso Fresco Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Queso Fresco	5.5	—	3.0	—	—	23.4	18.9
Cream Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Cream Cheese	8.6	—	4.6	—	—	33.5	5.8

Cow Whole Milk 3.5% Fat (Vitamin D Fortified) vs Chicken Egg Yolk (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cow Whole Mi... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Cow Whole Milk 3.5% Fat (Vitamin D Fortified)	9.2	60	4.6	4.8	—	3.2	3.3
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg Yolk (Raw)	1.9	334	1.0	—	—	28.8	16.2

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