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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Cantaloupe (Raw) vs Chicken Egg White (Pasteurized, Frozen)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cantaloupe (... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Cantaloupe (Raw)	100g	14.7	34	8.2	7.9	0.8	0.2	0.8
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg White (Pasteurized, Frozen)	100g	1.5	48	0.7	—	—	0.2	10.1

Tamale vs Olive (Stuffed With Pimiento)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tamale Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Tamale	100g	26.0	174	15.8	0.5	2.4	9.0	7.4
Olive (Stuff... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Olive (Stuffed With Pimiento)	100g	1.9	130	5.0	—	4.0	12.9	1.2

Chicken Egg White (Pasteurized, Frozen) vs Red Onion (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Egg ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chicken Egg White (Pasteurized, Frozen)	100g	1.5	48	0.7	—	—	0.2	10.1
Red Onion (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Red Onion (Raw)	100g	15.4	44	9.9	5.8	2.2	0.1	0.9

Navel Orange (Raw) vs Ricotta Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Navel Orange... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Navel Orange (Raw)	100g	19.6	47	11.8	8.6	2.0	0.2	0.9
Ricotta Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Ricotta Cheese	100g	13.3	157	6.9	—	—	11.0	7.8

Carrot (Frozen) vs Sunflower Seed (Shell Off, Roasted)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Carrot (Frozen) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Carrot (Frozen)	100g	9.4	37	7.9	4.2	3.2	0.5	0.8
Sunflower Se... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Sunflower Seed (Shell Off, Roasted)	100g	11.9	612	17.1	3.1	10.3	56.1	21.0

Peach (Raw) vs Chorizo

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peach (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Peach (Raw)	100g	17.2	42	10.1	8.4	1.5	0.3	0.9
Chorizo Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chorizo	100g	4.8	346	2.6	—	—	28.1	19.3

Bacon (Whole Cut Or Pieces) vs Sunflower Seed (Shell Off, Roasted)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bacon (Whole... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Bacon (Whole Cut Or Pieces)	100g	3.6	500	2.1	3.1	—	36.5	40.9
Sunflower Se... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Sunflower Seed (Shell Off, Roasted)	100g	11.9	612	17.1	3.1	10.3	56.1	21.0

Nectarine (Raw) vs Carrot (Frozen)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Nectarine (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Nectarine (Raw)	100g	15.3	39	9.2	7.9	1.5	0.3	1.1
Carrot (Frozen) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Carrot (Frozen)	100g	9.4	37	7.9	4.2	3.2	0.5	0.8

Hummus vs Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hummus Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Hummus	100g	18.2	229	14.9	0.3	5.4	17.1	7.4
Romaine Lett... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw)	100g	2.9	17	3.2	1.2	1.8	0.3	1.2

Red Onion (Raw) vs Coconut Oil

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Red Onion (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Red Onion (Raw)	100g	15.4	44	9.9	5.8	2.2	0.1	0.9
Coconut Oil Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Coconut Oil	100g	1.4	833	0.8	—	—	99.1	—

Beef Frankfurter vs Williams Pear (Raw)

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
Williams Pea... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Williams Pear (Raw)	100g	24.0	57	15.1	9.7	3.1	0.2	0.4

Greek Yogurt vs Mustard (Prepared)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Greek Yogurt Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Greek Yogurt	100g	22.8	83	12.2	11.5	0.6	0.2	8.1
Mustard (Pre... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Mustard (Prepared)	100g	2.0	61	5.3	1.4	4.3	3.4	4.3

Chicken Egg White (Dried) vs Peach (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Egg ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chicken Egg White (Dried)	100g	10.1	376	6.0	—	—	0.7	79.9
Peach (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Peach (Raw)	100g	17.2	42	10.1	8.4	1.5	0.3	0.9

Tuna (White, Solid Pack, Canned In Water) vs Peach (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tuna (White,... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Tuna (White, Solid Pack, Canned In Water)	100g	0.2	90	0.1	—	—	0.9	19.0
Peach (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Peach (Raw)	100g	17.2	42	10.1	8.4	1.5	0.3	0.9

Cheese Food (American, Grated) vs Tamale

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
Tamale Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Tamale	100g	26.0	174	15.8	0.5	2.4	9.0	7.4

Pasteurized Process Cheese Food vs Nectarine (Raw)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pasteurized ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Pasteurized Process Cheese Food	100g	9.7	366	5.3	2.6	—	30.6	18.0
Nectarine (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Nectarine (Raw)	100g	15.3	39	9.2	7.9	1.5	0.3	1.1

Chorizo vs Parmesan Cheese (Grated)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chorizo Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Chorizo	100g	4.8	346	2.6	—	—	28.1	19.3
Parmesan Che... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Parmesan Cheese (Grated)	100g	22.3	421	12.4	0.1	—	28.0	29.6

Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw) vs Chicken Egg White (Dried)

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Romaine Lett... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Romaine Lettuce Head (Raw)	100g	2.9	17	3.2	1.2	1.8	0.3	1.2
Chicken Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chicken Egg White (Dried)	100g	10.1	376	6.0	—	—	0.7	79.9

Parmesan Cheese (Grated) vs Green Bean (Canned)

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
Green Bean (... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Green Bean (Canned)	100g	8.2	21	4.1	1.3	—	0.4	1.0

Red Onion (Raw) vs Chorizo

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Red Onion (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Red Onion (Raw)	100g	15.4	44	9.9	5.8	2.2	0.1	0.9
Chorizo Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Chorizo	100g	4.8	346	2.6	—	—	28.1	19.3

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