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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Chicken Strips vs Flakey Pastry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Strips Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Chicken Strips	84g	22.9	202	16.7	1.2	2.4	8.3	15.5
Flakey Pastry Food 2 Food 2 • FRESH&EASY Flakey Pastry	114g	77.8	298	36.8	14.9	1.8	14.0	2.6

White Meat Chicken Bites Crusted With An Ancient Grain Blend Of Rice, Amaranth, Millet And Quinoa With Sweet Chili Sauce, Chicken With Sweet Chili Sauce vs Sausage & Pepper Pockets Italian Sausage, Roasted Peppers, And Onions In A Toasted Crust, Sausage & Pepper Pockets

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Meat C... Food 1 Food 1 • ALDI INC. White Meat Chicken Bites Crusted With An Ancient Grain Blend Of Rice, Amaranth, Millet And Quinoa With Sweet Chili Sauce, Chicken With Sweet Chili Sauce	140g	83.9	221	31.4	15.0	0.7	7.1	7.1
Sausage & Pe... Food 2 Food 2 • JMT FOODS Sausage & Pepper Pockets Italian Sausage, Roasted Peppers, And Onions In A Toasted Crust	113g	36.8	212	20.4	2.7	3.5	12.4	7.1

Chicken Philly Cheese Steak Kit vs Stuffed Chicken Breast With Rib Meat, Bacon & Cheddar

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Phil... Food 1 Food 1 • JTM PROVISIONS COMPANY, INC. Chicken Philly Cheese Steak Kit	128g	48.4	172	20.3	1.6	0.8	4.7	12.5
Stuffed Chic... Food 2 Food 2 • INTEGRITY FOODS INC. Stuffed Chicken Breast With Rib Meat, Bacon & Cheddar	142g	47.6	211	18.3	0.7	0.7	8.5	18.3

Beef & Cheese Breaded Pasta Filled With A Spicy Blend Of Beef, Nacho Cheese And Peppers Toasted Stuffed Nachos, Beef & Cheese vs Sauerkraut & Mushroom Pierogi

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beef & Chees... Food 1 Food 1 • LOUISA FOOD PRODUCTS INC Beef & Cheese Breaded Pasta Filled With A Spicy Blend Of Beef, Nacho Cheese And Peppers Toasted Stuffed Nachos	82g	47.7	329	31.7	1.2	1.2	18.3	9.8
Sauerkraut &... Food 2 Food 2 • SEVERINO PASTA MFG. Sauerkraut & Mushroom Pierogi	99g	63.2	182	34.3	1.0	2.0	2.0	5.1

Pork & Vegetable Potstickers, Pork & Vegetable vs Bbq Chicken Sandwich

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pork & Veget... Food 1 Food 1 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Pork & Vegetable Potstickers	88g	39.0	182	23.9	1.1	1.1	5.7	9.1
Bbq Chicken ... Food 2 Food 2 • ADVANCEPIERRE FOODS INC. Bbq Chicken Sandwich	142g	82.7	254	31.7	5.6	1.4	7.8	13.4

Buffalo Ultimate Plant Based Chick'n Wings, Buffalo vs Southwestern Style Bites

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Buffalo Ulti... Food 1 Food 1 • ACCARDO TACKLE COMPANY Buffalo Ultimate Plant Based Chick'n Wings	140g	38.5	193	15.0	0.7	0.7	9.3	12.1
Southwestern... Food 2 Food 2 • BELLISIO FOODS INC Southwestern Style Bites	95g	48.6	221	28.4	1.1	2.1	9.5	7.4

Plant Based Chorizo, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Bings vs Cheese & Pepperoni Mini Pizza Bagel Frozen Snacks, Cheese; Pepperoni

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Plant Based ... Food 1 Food 1 Plant Based Chorizo, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Bings	125g	46.7	184	21.6	0.8	2.4	8.0	7.2
Cheese & Pep... Food 2 Food 2 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Cheese & Pepperoni Mini Pizza Bagel Frozen Snacks, Cheese; Pepperoni	88g	50.7	216	30.7	2.3	1.1	6.8	8.0

Chicken & Cheese Taquitos, Crispy Battered Spicy vs Mozzarella Breaded Sticks, Mozzarella

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken & Ch... Food 1 Food 1 • RUIZ FOOD PRODUCTS INC Chicken & Cheese Taquitos, Crispy Battered Spicy	98g	50.5	214	27.6	1.0	1.0	9.2	8.2
Mozzarella B... Food 2 Food 2 • RICH PRODUCTS CORPORATION Mozzarella Breaded Sticks	86g	41.6	314	26.7	2.3	1.2	17.4	14.0

Pigs In A Blanket (Raw Sausage Wrapped In Flaky Pastry Dough) vs Naturally Blueberry Matzo Blintzes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pigs In A Bl... Food 1 Food 1 • TIMBERWOOD FARMS Pigs In A Blanket (Raw Sausage Wrapped In Flaky Pastry Dough)	86g	39.9	349	25.6	—	1.2	23.3	7.0
Naturally Bl... Food 2 Food 2 • IRENE'S BAKERY/GOURMET KITCHEN Naturally Blueberry Matzo Blintzes	85g	46.2	282	29.4	7.1	1.2	17.7	4.7

Peanut Butter & Strawberry Jelly In White Bakery Bread P.B. & Jelly Minis, Peanut Butter & Strawberry Jelly vs Rolled Corn Tortillas Filled With Chicken Thigh Meat, Chipotle And Onions Taquitos Gluten Free Snacks, Chicken & Chipotle

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peanut Butte... Food 1 Food 1 • HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION Peanut Butter & Strawberry Jelly In White Bakery Bread P.B. & Jelly Minis	57g	39.7	404	40.4	14.0	3.5	21.1	12.3
Rolled Corn ... Food 2 Food 2 • FEEL GOOD FOODS I LLC Rolled Corn Tortillas Filled With Chicken Thigh Meat, Chipotle And Onions Taquitos Gluten Free Snacks, Chicken & Chipotle	85g	38.7	212	25.9	3.5	2.4	7.1	10.6

Honey Bbq Glazed Breaded Chicken Breast Strips With Rib Meat Glazed With Honey Bbq Sauce, Honey Bbq Glazed vs Fun Nuggets Breaded Shaped Chicken Breast Patties With Rib Meat, Fun Nuggets

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Honey Bbq Gl... Food 1 Food 1 • PERDUE FARMS INCORPORATED Honey Bbq Glazed Breaded Chicken Breast Strips With Rib Meat Glazed With Honey Bbq Sauce	84g	27.0	190	17.9	4.8	1.2	7.1	13.1
Fun Nuggets ... Food 2 Food 2 • MEIJER, INC. Fun Nuggets Breaded Shaped Chicken Breast Patties With Rib Meat	76g	21.0	237	15.8	—	1.3	13.2	13.2

Jamaican Style Patties, Atomic Beef vs Cordon Bleu Breaded & Boneless Raw Stuffed Chicken Breasts With Rib Meat, Cordon Bleu

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Jamaican Sty... Food 1 Food 1 • QUIRCH FOODS COMPANY Jamaican Style Patties, Atomic Beef	124g	76.8	298	33.9	3.2	1.6	12.1	11.3
Cordon Bleu ... Food 2 Food 2 • ADVANCEPIERRE FOODS INC. Cordon Bleu Breaded & Boneless Raw Stuffed Chicken Breasts With Rib Meat	168g	34.1	202	11.3	0.6	0.6	9.5	18.5

Southwestern Style Meat & Cheese Filling In A Golden Crust Snack Rolls Taco Bites, Southwestern Style vs Bagel Dogs Mini Pork And Beef Hot Dogs Wrapped In Bagel Dough, Bagel Dogs

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Southwestern... Food 1 Food 1 • BELLISIO FOODS INC Southwestern Style Meat & Cheese Filling In A Golden Crust Snack Rolls Taco Bites	128g	67.7	258	29.7	1.6	2.3	11.7	8.6
Bagel Dogs M... Food 2 Food 2 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Bagel Dogs Mini Pork And Beef Hot Dogs Wrapped In Bagel Dough	73g	32.5	274	24.7	1.4	1.4	15.1	9.6

Mozzarella Cheese In A Crispy Breading With Marinara Dipping Sauce Sticks, Mozzarella vs Corn Dogs, Real Honey

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mozzarella C... Food 1 Food 1 • BIG Y FOODS, INC. Mozzarella Cheese In A Crispy Breading With Marinara Dipping Sauce Sticks	131g	72.9	267	29.8	3.8	0.8	11.5	11.5
Corn Dogs, R... Food 2 Food 2 • THE HILLSHIRE BRANDS COMPANY Corn Dogs, Real Honey	76g	48.3	289	32.9	9.2	—	14.5	6.6

Rightly Seasoned Corn Dogs vs Uncured Beef Mini Franks Wrapped In A Flaky Butter Hot Dog Puffs Pastry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Rightly Seas... Food 1 Food 1 • MONOGRAM FOOD SOLUTIONS LLC Rightly Seasoned Corn Dogs	76g	44.3	289	31.6	11.8	1.3	14.5	7.9
Uncured Beef... Food 2 Food 2 • WALGREENS CO. Uncured Beef Mini Franks Wrapped In A Flaky Butter Hot Dog Puffs Pastry	91g	36.0	341	22.0	1.1	1.1	24.2	7.7

Potato Knishes vs Kahiki, Vegetable Egg Rolls

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Potato Knishes Food 1 Food 1 • GABILA'S Potato Knishes	128g	67.3	141	28.1	1.6	1.6	2.0	3.1
Kahiki, Vege... Food 2 Food 2 • KAHIKI FOODS, INC. Kahiki, Vegetable Egg Rolls	79g	47.3	190	32.9	10.1	2.5	3.8	5.1

Egg White Kale, Roasted Tomato & Goat Cheese Served On Multi Grain Flatbread, Egg White Kale, Roasted Tomato & Goat Cheese vs Jumbo Stuffed Shells

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Egg White Ka... Food 1 Food 1 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Egg White Kale, Roasted Tomato & Goat Cheese Served On Multi Grain Flatbread, Egg White Kale, Roasted Tomato & Goat Cheese	103g	33.2	155	18.5	1.0	1.9	3.9	9.7
Jumbo Stuffe... Food 2 Food 2 • TETRA PACIFIC Jumbo Stuffed Shells	153g	56.6	157	19.6	3.3	0.7	5.9	6.5

Indian Aloo Mattar Gluten Free Wrap, Indian Aloo Mattar vs Chicken Nuggets

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Indian Aloo ... Food 1 Food 1 • AMY'S KITCHEN INC. Indian Aloo Mattar Gluten Free Wrap	156g	58.8	154	21.8	3.2	2.6	5.1	5.1
Chicken Nuggets Food 2 Food 2 • HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION Chicken Nuggets	85g	26.8	224	16.5	1.2	—	10.6	14.1

Panko Breaded Chicken Breast Tenderloins, Panko vs Chicken Breaded Nugget Shaped Chicken Breast Patties With Rib Meat Nuggets, Chicken

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Panko Breade... Food 1 Food 1 • TYSON FOODS, INC. Panko Breaded Chicken Breast Tenderloins	112g	24.8	188	11.6	0.9	—	8.0	17.9
Chicken Brea... Food 2 Food 2 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Chicken Breaded Nugget Shaped Chicken Breast Patties With Rib Meat Nuggets	84g	32.6	214	20.2	—	—	9.5	13.1

Artisanal Handcrafted Soft Pretzels, Artisanal vs Chicken Sausage & Apple Liege Waffle Sandwiches, Chicken Sausage & Apple

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Artisanal Ha... Food 1 Food 1 • HAWTHORNE FOOD COMPANY Artisanal Handcrafted Soft Pretzels	113g	100.0	274	47.8	1.8	1.8	4.4	7.1
Chicken Saus... Food 2 Food 2 • MDBC LLC Chicken Sausage & Apple Liege Waffle Sandwiches	101g	61.4	297	32.7	13.9	1.0	13.9	9.9

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