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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Seasoned Shredded Potatoes Tater Bites, Seasoned vs Country Style Shredded Hash Brown Potatoes, Country Style

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Seasoned Shr... Food 1 Food 1 • WEIS MARKETS, INC. Seasoned Shredded Potatoes Tater Bites	84g	37.2	190	25.0	1.2	2.4	10.7	2.4
Country Styl... Food 2 Food 2 • HY-VEE, INC. Country Style Shredded Hash Brown Potatoes	85g	29.8	94	20.0	—	2.4	—	2.4

Seasoned Straight Cut French Fried Potatoes, Seasoned vs The Original Mom's Potato Knish

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Seasoned Str... Food 1 Food 1 • NASH FINCH COMPANY Seasoned Straight Cut French Fried Potatoes	85g	37.3	165	23.5	1.2	1.2	8.2	2.4
The Original... Food 2 Food 2 • DAGIM TAHORIM CO INC The Original Mom's Potato Knish	113g	59.2	150	28.3	1.8	1.8	3.5	3.5

Cauliflower Potatoes & Chickpeas vs Quick Cook Hashbrowns Potato Patties

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cauliflower ... Food 1 Food 1 • FARMWISE LLC Cauliflower Potatoes & Chickpeas	85g	31.4	188	22.4	1.2	3.5	9.4	3.5
Quick Cook H... Food 2 Food 2 • MCCAIN FOODS USA, INC. Quick Cook Hashbrowns Potato Patties	100g	37.3	170	21.0	1.0	2.0	9.0	2.0

Kroger, Natural Cut Potato Wedges vs Southern Style Hash Browns Diced Potatoes, Southern Style

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kroger, Natu... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Kroger, Natural Cut Potato Wedges	85g	29.6	129	20.0	—	2.4	3.5	2.4
Southern Sty... Food 2 Food 2 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Southern Style Hash Browns Diced Potatoes	85g	31.9	82	21.2	1.2	2.4	—	1.2

Ore Ida, Homestyle Potato Wedges, Olive Oil And Sea Salt, Olive Oil And Sea Salt vs Shoestring Fries, French Fried Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Ore Ida, Hom... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Ore Ida, Homestyle Potato Wedges, Olive Oil And Sea Salt, Olive Oil And Sea Salt	84g	35.6	143	23.8	1.2	2.4	4.2	2.4
Shoestring F... Food 2 Food 2 • WINN-DIXIE STORES, INC. Shoestring Fries, French Fried Potatoes	84g	39.4	167	26.2	1.2	2.4	6.0	2.4

Waffle Cut Fries French Fried Potatoes, Waffle Cut Fries vs Sea Salt & Black Pepper Seasoned Shredded Potatoes, Sea Salt & Black Pepper

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Waffle Cut F... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES Waffle Cut Fries French Fried Potatoes	85g	35.2	188	22.4	1.2	1.2	11.8	2.4
Sea Salt & B... Food 2 Food 2 • MCCAIN FOODS USA, INC. Sea Salt & Black Pepper Seasoned Shredded Potatoes	85g	31.5	153	20.0	1.2	1.2	8.2	1.2

Seasoned Potato Crinkle Fries, Seasoned vs Potatoes O'brien Diced Potatoes With Peppers & Onions, Potatoes O'brien

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Seasoned Pot... Food 1 Food 1 • MCCAIN FOODS USA, INC. Seasoned Potato Crinkle Fries	85g	37.5	141	24.7	1.2	2.4	4.7	2.4
Potatoes O'b... Food 2 Food 2 • MEIJER, INC. Potatoes O'brien Diced Potatoes With Peppers & Onions	84g	23.9	71	16.7	1.2	2.4	—	1.2

Fast Food Fries French Fried Potatoes, Fast Food Fries vs Black Pepper Parmesan Onion Rings Seasoned Sliced Whole Onions, Black Pepper Parmesan

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fast Food Fr... Food 1 Food 1 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Fast Food Fries French Fried Potatoes	85g	29.7	106	20.0	—	2.4	2.4	2.4
Black Pepper... Food 2 Food 2 • SEASON'S CHOICE Black Pepper Parmesan Onion Rings Seasoned Sliced Whole Onions	101g	79.7	297	42.6	3.0	2.0	11.9	5.0

Shredded Hashbrowns vs Crinkle Fries

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Shredded Has... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Shredded Hashbrowns	85g	27.8	71	17.7	1.2	1.2	—	2.4
Crinkle Fries Food 2 Food 2 • HEINZ FROZEN FOOD COMPANY Crinkle Fries	84g	25.3	214	17.9	1.2	2.4	14.3	2.4

Crinkle Cut French Fried Sweet Potatoes vs Shoestrings Crisp Thin Cut Fried Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Crinkle Cut ... Food 1 Food 1 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Crinkle Cut French Fried Sweet Potatoes	84g	33.3	190	22.6	7.1	2.4	10.7	1.2
Shoestrings ... Food 2 Food 2 • STATER BROS. MARKETS INC. Shoestrings Crisp Thin Cut Fried Potatoes	84g	39.4	167	26.2	1.2	2.4	6.0	2.4

Extra Crispy Crinkles French Fried Potatoes, Extra Crispy Crinkles vs Crinkle Cut Fries French Fried Potatoes, Crinkle Cut Fries

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Extra Crispy... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Extra Crispy Crinkles French Fried Potatoes	84g	31.4	167	20.2	1.2	1.2	8.3	2.4
Crinkle Cut ... Food 2 Food 2 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Crinkle Cut Fries French Fried Potatoes	85g	29.7	106	20.0	—	2.4	2.4	2.4

Oven Fries, Salt + Fresh Ground Pepper vs Golden Shoestrings French Fries Fried Frozen Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Oven Fries, ... Food 1 Food 1 • SNYDER'S-LANCE, INC. Oven Fries, Salt + Fresh Ground Pepper	85g	29.7	118	20.0	—	2.4	2.9	2.4
Golden Shoes... Food 2 Food 2 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Golden Shoestrings French Fries Fried Frozen Potatoes	84g	25.6	131	16.7	1.2	1.2	7.1	2.4

Thick Sliced Battered Onion Rings vs Hash Brown Patties Shredded Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Thick Sliced... Food 1 Food 1 • LAMB WESTON SALES, INC. Thick Sliced Battered Onion Rings	95g	47.1	211	27.4	6.3	2.1	10.5	2.1
Hash Brown P... Food 2 Food 2 • STATER BROS. MARKETS INC. Hash Brown Patties Shredded Potatoes	64g	25.3	234	23.4	1.6	3.1	14.1	3.1

Crispy Onion Rings vs Crispy Crinkle Cut Fries French Fried Potatoes, Crispy Crinkle Cut Fries

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Crispy Onion... Food 1 Food 1 • LAMB WESTON SALES, INC. Crispy Onion Rings	78g	46.6	269	32.1	2.6	1.3	14.1	3.9
Crispy Crink... Food 2 Food 2 • TARGET STORES Crispy Crinkle Cut Fries French Fried Potatoes	84g	35.5	155	23.8	1.2	2.4	6.0	2.4

Crispy Fries Grade A French Fried Potatoes, Crispy Fries vs Kroger, Natural Cut Potato Wedges

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Crispy Fries... Food 1 Food 1 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Crispy Fries Grade A French Fried Potatoes	85g	35.1	200	23.5	1.2	2.4	11.8	2.4
Kroger, Natu... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Kroger, Natural Cut Potato Wedges	85g	29.6	129	20.0	—	2.4	3.5	2.4

Weis, Hash Brown Potato Patties vs Crinkle Cut French Fried Sweet Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Weis, Hash B... Food 1 Food 1 • WEIS MARKETS, INC. Weis, Hash Brown Potato Patties	60g	31.2	217	28.3	—	1.7	13.3	1.7
Crinkle Cut ... Food 2 Food 2 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Crinkle Cut French Fried Sweet Potatoes	84g	33.3	190	22.6	7.1	2.4	10.7	1.2

Diced O'brien Hash Brown Potatoes With Onions & Peppers, Diced O'brien vs Classic Cut Fries French Fried Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Diced O'brie... Food 1 Food 1 • STATER BROS. MARKETS INC. Diced O'brien Hash Brown Potatoes With Onions & Peppers	84g	23.9	71	16.7	1.2	2.4	—	1.2
Classic Cut ... Food 2 Food 2 • RALEY'S Classic Cut Fries French Fried Potatoes	84g	37.5	155	25.0	1.2	2.4	4.8	2.4

Crispy Potato Puffs, Crispy Potato vs Golden Shoestrings French Fries Fried Frozen Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Crispy Potat... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES Crispy Potato Puffs	86g	31.5	151	19.8	1.2	1.2	8.1	1.2
Golden Shoes... Food 2 Food 2 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Golden Shoestrings French Fries Fried Frozen Potatoes	84g	25.6	131	16.7	1.2	1.2	7.1	2.4

Sweet Potato Homestyle Fries With Sweet Heat Seasoning, Sweet Potato Homestyle Fries With Sweet Heat vs Crinkle Cut Frozen French Fried Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sweet Potato... Food 1 Food 1 • THE PICTSWEET COMPANY Sweet Potato Homestyle Fries With Sweet Heat Seasoning	85g	39.0	224	25.9	4.7	2.4	11.8	2.4
Crinkle Cut ... Food 2 Food 2 • FUNTASTIK, INC. Crinkle Cut Frozen French Fried Potatoes	84g	35.5	155	23.8	1.2	2.4	4.8	2.4

Straight Cut Fries, Straight Cut vs Crinkle Cut Fries French Fried Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Straight Cut... Food 1 Food 1 • RAFAEL PADILLA & CIA S. EN C. Straight Cut Fries	85g	31.5	141	21.2	—	2.4	5.3	2.4
Crinkle Cut ... Food 2 Food 2 • STAR MARKETS CO. Crinkle Cut Fries French Fried Potatoes	84g	39.5	155	26.2	1.2	2.4	4.8	2.4

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