What are Foundation Foods food comparisons?

Foundation Foods 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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Fig (Dried) vs Chicken Egg Liquid (Pasteurized, Frozen)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fig (Dried) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Fig (Dried)	100g	100.0	249	63.9	47.9	9.8	0.9	3.3
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg Liquid (Pasteurized, Frozen)	100g	1.8	150	0.9	—	—	10.3	12.3

Soybean Flour (Defatted) vs Oatmeal Raisin Cookie

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Soybean Flou... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Soybean Flour (Defatted)	100g	58.8	366	32.9	—	—	3.3	51.1
Oatmeal Rais... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Oatmeal Raisin Cookie	100g	100.0	430	69.6	34.8	3.3	14.3	5.8

Onion Ring (Breaded, Frozen) vs Navel Orange (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Onion Ring (... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Onion Ring (Breaded, Frozen)	100g	65.7	288	36.3	4.5	2.4	14.4	4.5
Navel Orange... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Navel Orange (Raw)	100g	19.6	47	11.8	8.6	2.0	0.2	0.9

Brown Rice Flour vs Swiss Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Brown Rice F... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Brown Rice Flour	100g	100.0	365	75.5	—	—	3.9	7.2
Swiss Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Swiss Cheese	100g	2.6	393	1.4	—	—	31.0	27.0

Kale (Frozen) vs Onion Ring (Breaded, Frozen)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kale (Frozen) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Kale (Frozen)	100g	10.5	36	5.3	1.1	—	1.2	2.9
Onion Ring (... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Onion Ring (Breaded, Frozen)	100g	65.7	288	36.3	4.5	2.4	14.4	4.5

Cheese Food (American, Grated) vs Pupusa (Dish)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheese Food ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Cheese Food (American, Grated)	100g	11.7	375	6.4	3.8	—	31.1	17.5
Pupusa (Dish) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Pupusa (Dish)	100g	50.1	229	31.5	1.3	5.8	9.0	5.6

Sugar (Granulated) vs White Rice Flour

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sugar (Granu... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Sugar (Granulated)	100g	100.0	385	99.6	99.8	—	0.3	—
White Rice F... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA White Rice Flour	100g	100.0	359	79.8	—	0.5	1.3	6.9

Swiss Cheese vs White Bread

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Swiss Cheese Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Swiss Cheese	100g	2.6	393	1.4	—	—	31.0	27.0
White Bread Food 2 Food 2 • USDA White Bread	100g	91.5	270	49.2	5.3	2.3	3.6	9.4

Pupusa (Dish) vs Fig (Dried)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pupusa (Dish) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Pupusa (Dish)	100g	50.1	229	31.5	1.3	5.8	9.0	5.6
Fig (Dried) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Fig (Dried)	100g	100.0	249	63.9	47.9	9.8	0.9	3.3

Flour (All Purpose) vs Yellow Onion (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Flour (All P... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Flour (All Purpose)	100g	100.0	366	77.3	—	—	1.5	10.9
Yellow Onion... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Yellow Onion (Raw)	100g	13.4	38	8.6	5.8	1.9	0.1	0.8

Garlic Bulb (Raw) vs Chicken Egg Yolk (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Garlic Bulb ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Garlic Bulb (Raw)	100g	50.3	143	28.2	—	2.7	0.4	6.6
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg Yolk (Raw)	100g	1.9	334	1.0	—	—	28.8	16.2

Whole Wheat Bread vs Chicken Egg White (Pasteurized, Frozen)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Wheat ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Whole Wheat Bread	100g	72.0	254	43.1	4.4	6.0	3.6	12.3
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg White (Pasteurized, Frozen)	100g	1.5	48	0.7	—	—	0.2	10.1

Soybean Flour vs Chicken Egg White (Pasteurized, Frozen)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Soybean Flour Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Soybean Flour	100g	49.8	452	27.9	—	—	20.7	38.6
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg White (Pasteurized, Frozen)	100g	1.5	48	0.7	—	—	0.2	10.1

Salsa vs Whole Wheat Flour

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Salsa Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Salsa	100g	9.9	29	6.7	3.8	1.8	0.2	1.4
Whole Wheat ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Whole Wheat Flour	100g	100.0	370	71.2	—	10.6	2.7	15.1

Soybean Flour (Defatted) vs Salsa

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Soybean Flou... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Soybean Flour (Defatted)	100g	58.8	366	32.9	—	—	3.3	51.1
Salsa Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Salsa	100g	9.9	29	6.7	3.8	1.8	0.2	1.4

White Bread Flour vs Fig (Dried)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Bread ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA White Bread Flour	100g	100.0	363	72.8	—	—	1.7	14.3
Fig (Dried) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Fig (Dried)	100g	100.0	249	63.9	47.9	9.8	0.9	3.3

Ricotta Cheese vs Banana (Overripe, Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ricotta Cheese Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Ricotta Cheese	100g	13.3	157	6.9	—	—	11.0	7.8
Banana (Over... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Banana (Overripe, Raw)	100g	36.7	85	20.1	15.8	1.7	0.2	0.7

Mustard (Prepared) vs Pupusa (Dish)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mustard (Pre... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Mustard (Prepared)	100g	2.0	61	5.3	1.4	4.3	3.4	4.3
Pupusa (Dish) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Pupusa (Dish)	100g	50.1	229	31.5	1.3	5.8	9.0	5.6

Garlic Bulb (Raw) vs Pupusa (Dish)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Garlic Bulb ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Garlic Bulb (Raw)	100g	50.3	143	28.2	—	2.7	0.4	6.6
Pupusa (Dish) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Pupusa (Dish)	100g	50.1	229	31.5	1.3	5.8	9.0	5.6

Ricotta Cheese vs Flour (All Purpose)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ricotta Cheese Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Ricotta Cheese	100g	13.3	157	6.9	—	—	11.0	7.8
Flour (All P... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Flour (All Purpose)	100g	100.0	366	77.3	—	—	1.5	10.9

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