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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White Bean Chili Starter, White Bean vs Chili Con Carne With Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Bean C... Food 1 Food 1 • BEAVER VALLEY CANNING CO. White Bean Chili Starter	130g	19.9	54	10.0	1.5	2.3	0.4	3.1
Chili Con Ca... Food 2 Food 2 • CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Chili Con Carne With Beans	250g	37.3	96	11.2	2.4	3.6	2.4	7.2

Beef & Pork Tamales With Sauce, Beef & Pork vs Hot With Beans Chili

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beef & Pork ... Food 1 Food 1 • LA PREFERIDA INC Beef & Pork Tamales With Sauce	140g	25.5	164	11.4	—	2.1	11.4	4.3
Hot With Bea... Food 2 Food 2 • HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION Hot With Beans Chili	247g	45.3	109	12.2	2.0	2.8	4.1	6.5

Lean Beef No Beans Chili, Lean Beef No Beans vs Homestyle Corned Beef Hash, Homestyle

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lean Beef No... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC. Lean Beef No Beans Chili	425g	31.5	45	4.2	0.5	0.5	0.9	4.5
Homestyle Co... Food 2 Food 2 • HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION Homestyle Corned Beef Hash	236g	39.0	161	9.3	0.4	0.8	10.2	7.6

Corned Beef Hash, Corned Beef vs Spaghetti Rings Pasta In Tomato Sauce, Spaghetti Rings

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Corned Beef ... Food 1 Food 1 • SHURFINE Corned Beef Hash	396g	41.3	96	5.8	0.3	0.5	6.1	4.3
Spaghetti Ri... Food 2 Food 2 • ASSOCIATED WHOLESALE GROCERS, INC. Spaghetti Rings Pasta In Tomato Sauce	242g	59.9	62	13.6	5.4	1.2	0.4	2.1

Pork And Beans In Tamoto Sauce vs Guaranteed Value, Chunky Beef Stew With Potatoes And Carrots

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pork And Bea... Food 1 Food 1 • HANOVER FOODS CORPORATION Pork And Beans In Tamoto Sauce	130g	31.6	100	17.7	4.6	5.4	1.2	5.4
Guaranteed V... Food 2 Food 2 • AHOLD USA, INC. Guaranteed Value, Chunky Beef Stew With Potatoes And Carrots	236g	31.7	81	7.2	1.3	0.4	3.8	3.8

Hearty Vegetable Stew With Beef vs Menudito

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hearty Veget... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS, INC. Hearty Vegetable Stew With Beef	258g	47.3	74	10.1	1.9	0.8	1.6	5.4
Menudito Food 2 Food 2 • JUANITA'S FOODS, INC. Menudito	236g	25.9	64	6.4	—	0.8	1.7	5.5

Kroger, Corned Beef Hash vs Organic Vegetable Masala Stew

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kroger, Corn... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Kroger, Corned Beef Hash	236g	38.8	178	9.3	0.4	0.8	11.0	9.3
Organic Vege... Food 2 Food 2 • PACIFIC FOODS OF OREGON, INC. Organic Vegetable Masala Stew	241g	55.6	75	14.1	2.9	2.5	0.8	2.9

Beef Lasagna, Beef vs Chili With Beans, Chili

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beef Lasagna Food 1 Food 1 • VIETTI FOODS COMPANY, INC. Beef Lasagna	200g	35.5	90	9.5	2.5	0.5	4.5	3.5
Chili With B... Food 2 Food 2 • VIETTI FOODS COMPANY, INC. Chili With Beans	245g	37.1	110	10.6	0.8	2.9	5.3	5.7

Chef's Special Beef Ravioli In Tomato Sauce, Chef's Special Beef vs Beef Stew

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chef's Speci... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC. Chef's Special Beef Ravioli In Tomato Sauce	255g	67.4	86	14.1	2.0	0.8	2.4	2.4
Beef Stew Food 2 Food 2 • HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION Beef Stew	213g	29.5	75	7.5	0.9	0.5	2.8	4.2

Food Lion, Spaghetti Rings & Mini Meatballs vs Vegetable Chili With Beans, Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Food Lion, S... Food 1 Food 1 • FOOD TOWN STORES INC. Food Lion, Spaghetti Rings & Mini Meatballs	245g	51.4	102	11.8	3.7	1.2	4.5	3.7
Vegetable Ch... Food 2 Food 2 • PACE FOODS, INC. Vegetable Chili With Beans, Beans	240g	43.7	62	11.7	3.3	2.5	0.4	3.3

Hot No Beans Chili vs Chicken Stew Entree, Chicken

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hot No Beans... Food 1 Food 1 • HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION Hot No Beans Chili	236g	31.2	106	8.1	1.7	1.3	5.1	6.4
Chicken Stew... Food 2 Food 2 • OREGON FREEZE DRY FOODS INC. Chicken Stew Entree	54g	40.9	426	44.4	9.3	3.7	16.7	22.2

Chef Boyardee, Jalapeno Alfredo Pasta In Sauce, Chicken, Chicken vs Beef Ravioli In Tomato & Meat Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chef Boyarde... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC. Chef Boyardee, Jalapeno Alfredo Pasta In Sauce, Chicken, Chicken	205g	49.4	83	13.2	2.4	1.0	2.0	3.4
Beef Ravioli... Food 2 Food 2 • SUPERVALU, INC. Beef Ravioli In Tomato & Meat Sauce	425g	100.0	89	13.4	2.1	1.2	2.6	2.8

Hormel, Hot Chili With Beans vs Guaranteed Value, Chunky Beef Stew With Potatoes And Carrots

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hormel, Hot ... Food 1 Food 1 • HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION Hormel, Hot Chili With Beans	247g	51.3	105	13.4	2.0	2.8	2.8	6.5
Guaranteed V... Food 2 Food 2 • AHOLD USA, INC. Guaranteed Value, Chunky Beef Stew With Potatoes And Carrots	236g	31.7	81	7.2	1.3	0.4	3.8	3.8

Van Camp's, Beanee Weenee, Beans In Tomato Sauce With Sliced Chicken Franks, Original, Original vs Beefy Mac Pasta In Tomato And Meat Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Van Camp's, ... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Van Camp's, Beanee Weenee, Beans In Tomato Sauce With Sliced Chicken Franks, Original, Original	259g	56.8	120	15.1	3.9	3.9	3.9	5.8
Beefy Mac Pa... Food 2 Food 2 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Beefy Mac Pasta In Tomato And Meat Sauce	249g	53.3	100	12.1	2.4	1.2	4.0	3.6

Spaghetti With Meatballs vs Hormel, Chili With Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spaghetti Wi... Food 1 Food 1 • SAFEWAY, INC. Spaghetti With Meatballs	250g	55.2	104	12.4	2.8	1.2	4.4	3.6
Hormel, Chil... Food 2 Food 2 • HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION Hormel, Chili With Beans	247g	51.3	105	13.4	2.0	2.8	2.8	6.5

Spaghetti With Meat Sauce vs Chicken A La King With Noodles

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spaghetti Wi... Food 1 Food 1 • VIETTI FOODS COMPANY, INC. Spaghetti With Meat Sauce	240g	45.5	108	10.0	3.3	0.4	6.3	2.1
Chicken A La... Food 2 Food 2 • OREGON FREEZE DRY FOODS INC. Chicken A La King With Noodles	65g	51.5	446	44.6	9.2	1.5	16.9	27.7

Original Chili Con Carne With Beans, Original vs Mac 'N Beef Macaroni, Beef In Tomato Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Chi... Food 1 Food 1 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Original Chili Con Carne With Beans	250g	45.2	108	12.0	0.8	2.8	3.6	6.4
Mac 'N Beef ... Food 2 Food 2 • FARIBAULT FOODS, INC. Mac 'N Beef Macaroni, Beef In Tomato Sauce	249g	61.2	100	13.7	2.0	1.2	3.6	3.6

Beef Hash, Beef vs Spaghetti & Meatballs Pasta And Meatballs Made With Pork, Chicken And Beef In Tomato Sauce, Spaghetti & Meatballs

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beef Hash Food 1 Food 1 • VIETTI FOODS COMPANY, INC. Beef Hash	283g	48.4	194	9.5	1.1	0.7	14.5	5.7
Spaghetti & ... Food 2 Food 2 Spaghetti & Meatballs Pasta And Meatballs Made With Pork, Chicken And Beef In Tomato Sauce, Spaghetti & Meatballs	212g	45.6	99	11.8	3.3	0.9	4.3	3.3

Mild Chili Sauce, Mild Chili vs Chili Without Beans, Original

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mild Chili S... Food 1 Food 1 • SMART & FINAL IRIS CORPORATION Mild Chili Sauce	69g	30.0	101	23.2	15.9	1.4	—	1.5
Chili Withou... Food 2 Food 2 • RALEY'S Chili Without Beans, Original	236g	29.6	102	7.2	1.3	0.8	5.1	6.8

Spaghetti & Meatballs Pasta And Meatballs Made With Pork, Chicken And Beef In Tomato Sauce, Spaghetti & Meatballs vs Mild Chili Sauce, Mild Chili

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spaghetti & ... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC. Spaghetti & Meatballs Pasta And Meatballs Made With Pork, Chicken And Beef In Tomato Sauce	411g	55.5	61	7.3	1.5	0.5	2.4	2.2
Mild Chili S... Food 2 Food 2 • SMART & FINAL IRIS CORPORATION Mild Chili Sauce	69g	30.0	101	23.2	15.9	1.4	—	1.5

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