Low Key Load Food Comparisons For Diabetics
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Peanut (Raw)
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Peanut (Raw)
                   | 32.9 | — | 26.5 | — | 8.0 | 43.3 | 23.2 | 
| 
                    Great Northe...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Great Northern Bean
                   | 0.0 | — | — | — | 4.3 | 1.2 | 24.7 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Peanut (Raw)
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Peanut (Raw)
                   | 32.9 | — | 26.5 | — | 8.0 | 43.3 | 23.2 | 
| 
                    Dry Beans Fo...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Dry Beans Food Product
                   | 0.0 | — | — | — | 4.5 | 1.4 | 25.2 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Dry Beans Fo...
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Dry Beans Food Product
                   | 0.0 | — | — | — | 4.3 | 1.0 | 25.5 | 
| 
                    Peanut Butte...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Peanut Butter (Creamy)
                   | 28.8 | — | 22.7 | — | 6.3 | 49.4 | 24.0 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Dry Beans Fo...
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Dry Beans Food Product
                   | 0.0 | — | — | — | 4.1 | 1.2 | 23.7 | 
| 
                    Peanut (Raw)
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Peanut (Raw)
                   | 32.9 | — | 26.5 | — | 8.0 | 43.3 | 23.2 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Light Red Ki...
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Light Red Kidney Bean
                   | 0.0 | — | — | — | 4.5 | 1.0 | 25.0 | 
| 
                    Peanut Butte...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Peanut Butter (Creamy)
                   | 28.8 | — | 22.7 | — | 6.3 | 49.4 | 24.0 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Great Northe...
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Great Northern Bean
                   | 0.0 | — | — | — | 4.3 | 1.2 | 24.7 | 
| 
                    Peanut Butte...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Peanut Butter (Creamy)
                   | 28.8 | — | 22.7 | — | 6.3 | 49.4 | 24.0 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Peanut Butte...
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Peanut Butter (Creamy)
                   | 28.8 | — | 22.7 | — | 6.3 | 49.4 | 24.0 | 
| 
                    Dark Red Kid...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Dark Red Kidney Bean
                   | 0.0 | — | — | — | 4.3 | 1.3 | 25.9 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Dry Beans Fo...
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Dry Beans Food Product
                   | 0.0 | — | — | — | 4.3 | 1.3 | 24.5 | 
| 
                    Peanut (Raw)
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Peanut (Raw)
                   | 32.9 | — | 26.5 | — | 8.0 | 43.3 | 23.2 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Peanut (Raw)
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Peanut (Raw)
                   | 32.9 | — | 26.5 | — | 8.0 | 43.3 | 23.2 | 
| 
                    Dry Beans Fo...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Dry Beans Food Product
                   | 0.0 | — | — | — | 4.3 | 1.3 | 24.6 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Peanut Butte...
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Peanut Butter (Creamy)
                   | 28.8 | — | 22.7 | — | 6.3 | 49.4 | 24.0 | 
| 
                    Dry Beans Fo...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Dry Beans Food Product
                   | 0.0 | — | — | — | 4.1 | 1.1 | 25.6 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Peanut (Raw)
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Peanut (Raw)
                   | 32.9 | — | 26.5 | — | 8.0 | 43.3 | 23.2 | 
| 
                    Dark Red Kid...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Dark Red Kidney Bean
                   | 0.0 | — | — | — | 4.3 | 1.3 | 25.9 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Dry Beans Fo...
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Dry Beans Food Product
                   | 0.0 | — | — | — | 4.3 | 1.3 | 24.5 | 
| 
                    Peanut Butte...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Peanut Butter (Creamy)
                   | 28.8 | — | 22.7 | — | 6.3 | 49.4 | 24.0 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Dry Beans Fo...
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Dry Beans Food Product
                   | 0.0 | — | — | — | 4.3 | 1.3 | 24.6 | 
| 
                    Peanut Butte...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Peanut Butter (Creamy)
                   | 28.8 | — | 22.7 | — | 6.3 | 49.4 | 24.0 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Peanut Butte...
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Peanut Butter (Creamy)
                   | 28.8 | — | 22.7 | — | 6.3 | 49.4 | 24.0 | 
| 
                    Dry Beans Fo...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Dry Beans Food Product
                   | 0.0 | — | — | — | 4.3 | 1.5 | 24.1 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Brazilnut (Raw)
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Brazilnut (Raw)
                   | 27.7 | — | 21.6 | — | 6.0 | 57.4 | 15.0 | 
| 
                    Filbert Nut ...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Filbert Nut (Raw)
                   | 32.3 | — | 26.5 | — | 8.4 | 53.5 | 13.5 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Filbert Nut ...
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Filbert Nut (Raw)
                   | 32.3 | — | 26.5 | — | 8.4 | 53.5 | 13.5 | 
| 
                    Sunflower Se...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Sunflower Seed (Whole Kernel, Raw)
                   | 30.7 | — | 24.5 | — | 7.2 | 48.4 | 18.9 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Brazilnut (Raw)
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Brazilnut (Raw)
                   | 27.7 | — | 21.6 | — | 6.0 | 57.4 | 15.0 | 
| 
                    Macadamia Nu...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Macadamia Nut (Raw)
                   | 29.3 | — | 24.1 | — | 7.6 | 64.9 | 7.8 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Brazilnut (Raw)
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Brazilnut (Raw)
                   | 27.7 | — | 21.6 | — | 6.0 | 57.4 | 15.0 | 
| 
                    Sunflower Se...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Sunflower Seed (Whole Kernel, Raw)
                   | 30.7 | — | 24.5 | — | 7.2 | 48.4 | 18.9 | 
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 
                    Sunflower Se...
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                   
                    
                    Food 1
                      • USDA
                   
                    Sunflower Seed (Whole Kernel, Raw)
                   | 30.7 | — | 24.5 | — | 7.2 | 48.4 | 18.9 | 
| 
                    Macadamia Nu...
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                   
                    
                    Food 2
                      • USDA
                   
                    Macadamia Nut (Raw)
                   | 29.3 | — | 24.1 | — | 7.6 | 64.9 | 7.8 | 
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Low Key Load 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.