What are Rocket Fuel food comparisons?

Rocket Fuel 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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Cinnamon Roll Mug Mix, Cinnamon vs Buttermilk Instant Pancake Mix, Buttermilk

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cinnamon Rol... Food 1 Food 1 • MAUD BORUP, INC. Cinnamon Roll Mug Mix	142g	100.0	366	81.7	40.9	2.1	1.1	7.0
Buttermilk I... Food 2 Food 2 • SMART & FINAL IRIS CORPORATION Buttermilk Instant Pancake Mix	64g	81.9	359	68.8	4.7	3.1	4.7	9.4

Candy Cane Cake Pop Kit, Vanilla vs Bakery Fresh, Mini Muffins, Blueberry, Blueberry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Candy Cane C... Food 1 Food 1 • BRAND CASTLE, LLC Candy Cane Cake Pop Kit, Vanilla	51g	73.7	471	74.5	58.8	—	17.7	2.0
Bakery Fresh... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Bakery Fresh, Mini Muffins, Blueberry, Blueberry	50g	42.3	380	44.0	26.0	—	20.0	4.0

Gluten Free Buttermilk Pancake & Waffle Mix, Gluten Free Buttermilk vs Banana Cream Cake With Cream Cheese Icing Perfect Cake Kit, Banana Cream

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Gluten Free ... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES Gluten Free Buttermilk Pancake & Waffle Mix	67g	100.0	358	79.1	17.9	3.0	3.0	6.0
Banana Cream... Food 2 Food 2 • TASTY BLEND FOODS, INC. Banana Cream Cake With Cream Cheese Icing Perfect Cake Kit	93g	65.8	183	36.6	20.4	1.1	—	1.1

Pancake & Waffle vs Wind & Willow, Table For 2, Chocolate Lava Cake Dessert Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pancake & Wa... Food 1 Food 1 • PIONEER Pancake & Waffle	40g	56.8	350	75.0	17.5	2.5	3.8	7.5
Wind & Willo... Food 2 Food 2 • WIND & WILLOW, INC. Wind & Willow, Table For 2, Chocolate Lava Cake Dessert Mix	50g	73.9	400	80.0	68.0	4.0	16.0	2.0

Cinnamon Swirl Crumb Cake & Muffin Mix, Cinnamon vs Chewy Fudge Thick And Fudgy Brownie Mix, Chewy Fudge

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cinnamon Swi... Food 1 Food 1 • CONTINENTAL MILLS, INC. Cinnamon Swirl Crumb Cake & Muffin Mix	43g	69.0	419	83.7	53.5	2.3	7.0	2.3
Chewy Fudge ... Food 2 Food 2 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Chewy Fudge Thick And Fudgy Brownie Mix	24g	21.0	458	66.7	4.2	20.8	14.6	12.5

Organic, Original Pancake And Waffle Mix, Original vs Protein Mug Muffin, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic, Ori... Food 1 Food 1 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Organic, Original Pancake And Waffle Mix, Original	41g	53.1	317	75.6	14.6	9.8	1.2	7.3
Protein Mug ... Food 2 Food 2 • PEPSICO, INC. (HEALTH WARRIOR) Protein Mug Muffin, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip	57g	46.7	404	52.6	10.5	8.8	15.8	21.1

Instant Baking Mix, Pancake vs Duncan Hines, Chocolate Lovers Brownie & Glaze Mixes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Instant Baki... Food 1 Food 1 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Instant Baking Mix, Pancake	46g	55.5	391	65.2	15.2	2.2	10.9	13.0
Duncan Hines... Food 2 Food 2 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Duncan Hines, Chocolate Lovers Brownie & Glaze Mixes	24g	39.4	375	87.5	70.8	4.2	4.2	4.2

Whole Grain Brownie Mix, Very Fudge vs Duff Goldman, Tylina, Red Velvet Brownies

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Grain ... Food 1 Food 1 • THE SILVER PALATE, INC. Whole Grain Brownie Mix, Very Fudge	30g	47.1	367	86.7	56.7	6.7	3.3	6.7
Duff Goldman... Food 2 Food 2 • GARTNER STUDIOS, INC. Duff Goldman, Tylina, Red Velvet Brownies	40g	49.4	300	62.5	40.0	—	5.0	2.5

Cookies Refill Mix, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate, Pink Sugar, Lemon vs Designer Cookie Kit

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cookies Refi... Food 1 Food 1 • HP INC. Cookies Refill Mix, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate, Pink Sugar, Lemon	30g	38.8	467	70.0	40.0	3.3	20.0	—
Designer Coo... Food 2 Food 2 • LITTLE WAISTED LLC Designer Cookie Kit	57g	88.0	418	78.4	59.2	—	10.5	3.5

Yellow Cornbread Mix vs Buttermilk Protein Pancake And Baking Mix, Buttermilk

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Yellow Cornb... Food 1 Food 1 • MORRISON MILLING CO Yellow Cornbread Mix	35g	42.7	400	68.6	11.4	5.7	12.9	5.7
Buttermilk P... Food 2 Food 2 • JACEYCAKES, LLC Buttermilk Protein Pancake And Baking Mix	53g	33.0	377	43.4	11.3	9.4	6.6	37.7

Streit's Matzo Ball & Soup Mix, 4.5 Oz vs Pumpkin Spice Complete Pancake Mix, Pumpkin Spice

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Streit's Mat... Food 1 Food 1 • ARON STREIT INC. Streit's Matzo Ball & Soup Mix, 4.5 Oz	14g	19.7	321	71.4	28.6	—	—	7.1
Pumpkin Spic... Food 2 Food 2 • CONTINENTAL MILLS, INC. Pumpkin Spice Complete Pancake Mix	64g	96.4	344	78.1	25.0	1.6	2.3	6.3

Loretta, Spicy Hushpuppy Mix, Homestyle, Homestyle vs Birthday Cake Light Cake Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Loretta, Spi... Food 1 Food 1 • BEKTROM FOODS, INC Loretta, Spicy Hushpuppy Mix, Homestyle, Homestyle	36g	49.2	333	75.0	2.8	5.6	2.8	5.6
Birthday Cak... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS, INC. Birthday Cake Light Cake Mix	50g	65.6	340	70.0	16.0	2.0	10.0	10.0

Carrot Cake & Frosting Mix, Carrot Cake & Frosting vs Holiday Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix, Chocolate Chip

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Carrot Cake ... Food 1 Food 1 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Carrot Cake & Frosting Mix	57g	93.0	368	87.7	66.7	5.3	—	5.3
Holiday Choc... Food 2 Food 2 • BRAND CASTLE, LLC Holiday Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix, Chocolate Chip	27g	43.4	407	85.2	55.6	3.7	3.7	3.7

Tiramisu Dusted In Cocoa Mix, Filled With Creamy Tiramisu Filling Cookie Sandwich Mix, Tiramisu vs Pancake & Waffle Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tiramisu Dus... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES Tiramisu Dusted In Cocoa Mix, Filled With Creamy Tiramisu Filling Cookie Sandwich Mix	46g	79.3	370	87.0	58.7	—	—	4.4
Pancake & Wa... Food 2 Food 2 • CUP4CUP, LLC Pancake & Waffle Mix	44g	71.7	341	84.1	18.2	2.3	—	2.3

Galaxy Cakes Premium Cupcake Mix, Galaxy Cakes vs Gluten Free Muffin

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Galaxy Cakes... Food 1 Food 1 • TYLINA FOOD PRODUCTS CORPORATION Galaxy Cakes Premium Cupcake Mix	46g	76.8	413	84.8	52.2	—	7.6	2.2
Gluten Free ... Food 2 Food 2 • THINK.EAT.LIVE FOODS, LLC Gluten Free Muffin	50g	41.0	460	52.0	24.0	8.0	22.0	18.0

Organic Pancake & Waffle Mix, Chocolate Chip vs In The Mix, S'mores Cupcake Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Panc... Food 1 Food 1 • BIRCH BENDERS, INC. Organic Pancake & Waffle Mix, Chocolate Chip	35g	44.6	400	68.6	22.9	2.9	8.6	8.6
In The Mix, ... Food 2 Food 2 • BRAND CASTLE, LLC In The Mix, S'mores Cupcake Mix	31g	45.1	387	77.4	48.4	3.2	9.7	3.2

Favorites Dark Chocolate Brownie Mix, Dark Chocolate vs Soft Pretzel Mix With Buffalo Ranch Dip Mix

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Favorites Da... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS, INC. Favorites Dark Chocolate Brownie Mix, Dark Chocolate	29g	49.4	414	89.7	58.6	3.4	3.5	3.5
Soft Pretzel... Food 2 Food 2 • BRAND CASTLE, LLC Soft Pretzel Mix With Buffalo Ranch Dip Mix	61g	88.5	344	75.4	21.3	1.6	0.8	8.2

Chocolate Chunk Pan Cookie Mix, Chocolate Chunk vs Milk Chocolate Brownie Mix, Milk Chocolate

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chocolate Ch... Food 1 Food 1 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Chocolate Chunk Pan Cookie Mix	25g	39.2	440	80.0	44.0	—	8.0	4.0
Milk Chocola... Food 2 Food 2 • HOMETOWN FOOD COMPANY Milk Chocolate Brownie Mix	29g	49.5	379	86.2	58.6	—	1.7	3.5

Fudge Flavor Cookie Mix vs Sisters Gourmet, White Chocolate Cookie Mix, Cranberry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fudge Flavor... Food 1 Food 1 • ARON STREIT INC. Fudge Flavor Cookie Mix	28g	43.3	357	82.1	50.0	3.6	5.4	3.6
Sisters Gour... Food 2 Food 2 • BRAND CASTLE, LLC Sisters Gourmet, White Chocolate Cookie Mix, Cranberry	19g	27.4	410	76.9	51.3	5.1	7.7	5.1

Tres Leches Flavored Perfectly Moist Cake Mix, Tres Leches vs Premium Cookie Mix, Hot Cocoa Cookie Cups

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tres Leches ... Food 1 Food 1 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Tres Leches Flavored Perfectly Moist Cake Mix	34g	53.0	412	79.4	50.0	—	8.8	2.9
Premium Cook... Food 2 Food 2 • TYLINA FOOD PRODUCTS CORPORATION Premium Cookie Mix, Hot Cocoa Cookie Cups	16g	23.4	375	75.0	43.8	—	9.4	6.3

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