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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Kale Leaf (Raw) vs Banana (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kale Leaf (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Kale Leaf (Raw)	100g	0.6	35	4.4	0.8	4.1	1.5	2.9
Banana (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Banana (Raw)	100g	42.5	97	23.0	15.8	1.7	0.3	0.7

Swiss Cheese vs Whole Wheat 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
Whole Wheat ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Whole Wheat Bread	100g	72.0	254	43.1	4.4	6.0	3.6	12.3

White Grapefruit Juice vs Soybean Flour (Defatted)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Grapef... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA White Grapefruit Juice	100g	14.8	37	7.6	7.7	0.2	0.7	0.6
Soybean Flou... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Soybean Flour (Defatted)	100g	58.8	366	32.9	—	—	3.3	51.1

Fried Rice vs Fuzzy Kiwifruit (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fried Rice Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Fried Rice	100g	64.2	174	32.5	0.6	—	3.2	3.8
Fuzzy Kiwifr... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Fuzzy Kiwifruit (Raw)	100g	21.9	58	14.0	9.0	3.0	0.4	1.1

Cheese Food (American, Grated) vs Glutinous Rice Flour

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
Glutinous Ri... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Glutinous Rice Flour	100g	100.0	358	80.1	—	—	1.2	6.7

Whole Wheat Bread vs Flour (Unenriched, Unbleached)

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
Flour (Unenr... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Flour (Unenriched, Unbleached)	100g	100.0	362	74.6	—	3.0	1.7	12.0

Whole Wheat Flour vs Nectarine (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Wheat ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Whole Wheat Flour	100g	100.0	370	71.2	—	10.6	2.7	15.1
Nectarine (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Nectarine (Raw)	100g	15.3	39	9.2	7.9	1.5	0.3	1.1

Sugar (Granulated) vs Chicken Egg White (Dried)

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	—
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg White (Dried)	100g	10.1	376	6.0	—	—	0.7	79.9

Coconut Oil vs White Rice Flour

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Coconut Oil Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Coconut Oil	100g	1.4	833	0.8	—	—	99.1	—
White Rice F... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA White Rice Flour	100g	100.0	359	79.8	—	0.5	1.3	6.9

Pastry Flour vs Carrot (Frozen)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pastry Flour Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Pastry Flour	100g	100.0	358	77.2	—	—	1.6	8.8
Carrot (Frozen) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Carrot (Frozen)	100g	9.4	37	7.9	4.2	3.2	0.5	0.8

Soybean Flour (Defatted) vs Flour (Unenriched, Unbleached)

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
Flour (Unenr... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Flour (Unenriched, Unbleached)	100g	100.0	362	74.6	—	3.0	1.7	12.0

Fried Rice vs White Onion (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fried Rice Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Fried Rice	100g	64.2	174	32.5	0.6	—	3.2	3.8
White Onion ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA White Onion (Raw)	100g	12.9	35	7.7	5.8	1.2	0.1	0.9

Parmesan Cheese (Grated) vs Sweet And Sour Pork

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Parmesan Che... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Parmesan Cheese (Grated)	100g	22.3	421	12.4	0.1	—	28.0	29.6
Sweet And So... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Sweet And Sour Pork	100g	47.1	260	25.5	10.3	1.0	13.6	8.9

Soybean Flour vs Chicken Egg Yolk (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 Yolk (Frozen)	100g	1.1	296	0.6	—	—	25.1	15.6

Banana (Raw) vs Tamale

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Banana (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Banana (Raw)	100g	42.5	97	23.0	15.8	1.7	0.3	0.7
Tamale Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Tamale	100g	26.0	174	15.8	0.5	2.4	9.0	7.4

Soybean Flour (Defatted) vs Ricotta Cheese

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
Ricotta Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Ricotta Cheese	100g	13.3	157	6.9	—	—	11.0	7.8

Onion Ring (Breaded, Frozen) vs Ham (Sliced, Cooked)

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
Ham (Sliced,... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Ham (Sliced, Cooked)	100g	0.5	106	0.3	—	—	3.7	16.7

Beef Frankfurter vs Greek Yogurt

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beef Frankfu... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Beef Frankfurter	100g	5.4	314	2.9	1.3	—	28.0	11.7
Greek Yogurt Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Greek Yogurt	100g	22.8	83	12.2	11.5	0.6	0.2	8.1

Chicken Egg (Shell Off, Solids, Dried) vs White Rice Flour

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Egg ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chicken Egg (Shell Off, Solids, Dried)	100g	3.2	575	1.9	—	—	39.8	48.1
White Rice F... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA White Rice Flour	100g	100.0	359	79.8	—	0.5	1.3	6.9

Yellow Corn Flour vs Chicken Egg White

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Yellow Corn ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Yellow Corn Flour	100g	100.0	364	80.8	1.0	4.3	1.7	6.2
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg White	100g	4.6	55	2.4	—	—	—	10.7

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