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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Supreme Gyoza Dumplings, Garlic Chive & Pork vs Classic Cheddar Sharp Cheddar Cheese And Creamy Whipped Potatoes Minis Pierogies, Classic Cheddar

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Supreme Gyoz... Food 1 Food 1 • WISMETTAC ASIAN FOODS, INC. Supreme Gyoza Dumplings, Garlic Chive & Pork	149g	70.4	201	26.2	2.0	2.0	7.4	6.0
Classic Ched... Food 2 Food 2 • ATEECO, INC. Classic Cheddar Sharp Cheddar Cheese And Creamy Whipped Potatoes Minis Pierogies	143g	79.0	154	28.7	0.7	0.7	2.1	4.9

Kibbeh Beef Croquette A Mediterranean Classic. Irresistible Minced Beef, Onions And Spices With A Crusty Bulgur Wheat Shell., Beef Croquette vs Nugget Shaped Breaded Chicken Breast Patties With Rib Meat, Chicken

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kibbeh Beef ... Food 1 Food 1 • AFIA LLC DBA AFIA FOODS Kibbeh Beef Croquette A Mediterranean Classic. Irresistible Minced Beef, Onions And Spices With A Crusty Bulgur Wheat Shell., Beef Croquette	64g	21.2	219	20.3	—	3.1	9.4	12.5
Nugget Shape... Food 2 Food 2 • SUPERVALU, INC. Nugget Shaped Breaded Chicken Breast Patties With Rib Meat, Chicken	75g	24.7	293	18.7	1.3	1.3	17.3	13.3

Maine Lobster Cakes With Garlic & Herbs, Garlic & Herbs vs Chicken Breast Gluten Free Breaded Dinosaur Shaped Chicken Breast Patties With Rib Meat Nuggets, Chicken Breast

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Maine Lobste... Food 1 Food 1 • CAPE SEAFOOD LLC Maine Lobster Cakes With Garlic & Herbs, Garlic & Herbs	113g	20.7	265	10.6	—	0.9	19.5	13.3
Chicken Brea... Food 2 Food 2 • LUNCH MONEY MUSIC, INC. Chicken Breast Gluten Free Breaded Dinosaur Shaped Chicken Breast Patties With Rib Meat Nuggets	85g	25.0	212	16.5	—	1.2	11.8	10.6

Empanadas, Chipotle Chicken & Sweet Potato vs Breaded Mozzarella Sticks, Mozzarella

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Empanadas, C... Food 1 Food 1 • GOOD TASTES, INC. Empanadas, Chipotle Chicken & Sweet Potato	113g	48.0	274	23.9	0.9	1.8	15.0	8.0
Breaded Mozz... Food 2 Food 2 • RICH PRODUCTS CORPORATION Breaded Mozzarella Sticks, Mozzarella	76g	37.8	329	27.6	2.6	1.3	18.4	14.5

Goat Cheese vs Crispy Chicken Strips Chicken Breast Strip Fritters With Rib Meat, Crispy

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Goat Cheese Food 1 Food 1 • MEDIACAST MARTHA FOODS, LLC Goat Cheese	78g	39.1	333	26.9	1.3	0.6	21.8	7.7
Crispy Chick... Food 2 Food 2 • TYSON FOODS, INC. Crispy Chicken Strips Chicken Breast Strip Fritters With Rib Meat	84g	32.3	250	20.2	—	—	11.9	15.5

Breaded Cauliflower Bites Whole Florets In A Crispy Wheat Flour & Brown Rice Coating, Breaded Cauliflower vs Chicken & Pesto

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Breaded Caul... Food 1 Food 1 • RICH PRODUCTS CORPORATION Breaded Cauliflower Bites Whole Florets In A Crispy Wheat Flour & Brown Rice Coating	85g	31.1	212	21.2	1.2	2.4	11.8	3.5
Chicken & Pesto Food 2 Food 2 • ATHENS PASTRIES & FROZEN FOODS, INC. Chicken & Pesto	73g	28.8	247	21.9	1.4	1.4	11.0	11.0

Crunchy Pimento Cheese Shrimp Bite Sized Pieces Of Shrimp With Cheese And Pimento Peppers Rolled In Crispy Bread Crumbs Bites, Crunchy Pimento Cheese Shrimp vs Harris Teeter, Cheese Stuffed Garlic Sticks

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Crunchy Pime... Food 1 Food 1 • TAMPA MAID FOODS, INC. Crunchy Pimento Cheese Shrimp Bite Sized Pieces Of Shrimp With Cheese And Pimento Peppers Rolled In Crispy Bread Crumbs Bites	85g	43.7	329	28.2	1.2	1.2	20.0	9.4
Harris Teete... Food 2 Food 2 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Harris Teeter, Cheese Stuffed Garlic Sticks	65g	42.4	277	35.4	3.1	1.5	10.8	10.8

Chicken Egg Gluten Free Snacks Rolls, Chicken Egg vs Strudel Pastries, Strawberry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Egg ... Food 1 Food 1 • FEEL GOOD FOODS I LLC Chicken Egg Gluten Free Snacks Rolls	85g	33.4	129	21.2	1.2	1.2	2.9	5.9
Strudel Past... Food 2 Food 2 • SUPERVALU, INC. Strudel Pastries, Strawberry	54g	44.6	315	44.4	20.4	1.9	14.8	3.7

Buffalo Chick'n Patties And Buns Included Sliders, Buffalo Chick'n vs Bosco's Pizza Co, Bosco Sticks, Breadsticks, Mozzarella Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Buffalo Chic... Food 1 Food 1 • DR. PRAEGER'S SENSIBLE FOODS, INC. Buffalo Chick'n Patties And Buns Included Sliders	132g	69.1	250	32.6	3.8	5.3	7.6	14.4
Bosco's Pizz... Food 2 Food 2 • BOSCO PIZZA COMPANY Bosco's Pizza Co, Bosco Sticks, Breadsticks, Mozzarella Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese	46g	26.9	261	32.6	2.2	2.2	7.6	13.0

Uncured Chicken Corn Dogs Batter Wrapped Franks On A Stick, Uncured Chicken vs Chung's, White Meat Chicken Egg Rolls, Garlic Ginger, Garlic Ginger

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Uncured Chic... Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Uncured Chicken Corn Dogs Batter Wrapped Franks On A Stick	71g	42.7	239	32.4	9.9	1.4	8.5	8.5
Chung's, Whi... Food 2 Food 2 • CHUNG'S FOODS, INC. Chung's, White Meat Chicken Egg Rolls, Garlic Ginger, Garlic Ginger	156g	82.6	173	28.9	7.7	1.9	3.9	5.8

Cheddar Cheese Jalapenos vs Ham & Cheese, Stuffed Sandwich

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheddar Chee... Food 1 Food 1 • MCCAIN FOODS, INC. Cheddar Cheese Jalapenos	98g	50.5	235	27.6	2.0	1.0	11.2	6.1
Ham & Cheese... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Ham & Cheese, Stuffed Sandwich	127g	75.5	252	31.5	2.4	0.8	9.5	8.7

Four Cheeses Crispy Seasoned Shell Filled With Mozzarella, Parmesan, Romano, & Asiago Cheese Seasoned Crispy Cheese Triangles, Four Cheeses vs Crab Rangoon

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Four Cheeses... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Four Cheeses Crispy Seasoned Shell Filled With Mozzarella, Parmesan, Romano, & Asiago Cheese Seasoned Crispy Cheese Triangles	89g	55.2	315	33.7	2.3	1.1	13.5	14.6
Crab Rangoon Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Crab Rangoon	85g	38.4	294	23.5	3.5	—	16.5	8.2

Chicken Taquitos Corn Tortillas vs Roundy's, Breaded Green Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Taqu... Food 1 Food 1 • RUIZ FOOD PRODUCTS INC Chicken Taquitos Corn Tortillas	85g	38.9	200	25.9	—	2.4	8.2	7.1
Roundy's, Br... Food 2 Food 2 • FINLAY EXTRACTS & INGREDIENTS USA, INC. Roundy's, Breaded Green Beans	82g	48.9	244	32.9	2.4	2.4	9.8	4.9

Uncured Bacon Mac & Cheese Bites, Uncured Bacon Mac & Cheese vs Sweet Heat Boneless Chicken Bites, Sweet Heat

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Uncured Baco... Food 1 Food 1 • SAFEWAY, INC. Uncured Bacon Mac & Cheese Bites	85g	34.5	259	21.2	1.2	—	14.1	10.6
Sweet Heat B... Food 2 Food 2 • TYSON FOODS, INC. Sweet Heat Boneless Chicken Bites	84g	30.6	214	19.1	6.0	—	9.5	14.3

Applewood Bacon, Egg And Cheese Sandwich vs Vegetable Potstickers, Vegetable

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Applewood Ba... Food 1 Food 1 • NESTLE USA INC. Applewood Bacon, Egg And Cheese Sandwich	127g	76.0	213	31.5	3.2	0.8	5.5	8.7
Vegetable Po... Food 2 Food 2 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Vegetable Potstickers	88g	45.4	159	28.4	2.3	2.3	2.8	3.4

Chicken Parmesan Sandwich vs Buffalo Boneless Chicken White Meat Chicken Fritters Glazed With Franks Redhot Buffalo Sauce Bites, Buffalo Boneless Chicken

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Parm... Food 1 Food 1 • ADVANCEPIERRE FOODS INC. Chicken Parmesan Sandwich	193g	100.0	249	28.5	4.7	1.0	9.8	11.9
Buffalo Bone... Food 2 Food 2 • MCCORMICK & COMPANY, INC. Buffalo Boneless Chicken White Meat Chicken Fritters Glazed With Franks Redhot Buffalo Sauce Bites	84g	23.1	179	15.5	—	1.2	7.1	13.1

Flakey Pastry vs On The Go Shrimp Cocktail & Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Flakey Pastry Food 1 Food 1 • FRESH&EASY Flakey Pastry	114g	77.8	298	36.8	14.9	1.8	14.0	2.6
On The Go Sh... Food 2 Food 2 • SAFEWAY, INC. On The Go Shrimp Cocktail & Sauce	171g	19.4	99	5.9	—	—	1.2	14.6

Pita Sliders Snack Sandwiches vs Real Cheddar Cheese & Pimentos In A Crispy Coating Bites, Cheddar Cheese & Pimentos

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pita Sliders... Food 1 Food 1 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Pita Sliders Snack Sandwiches	63g	22.8	238	20.6	1.6	1.6	12.7	14.3
Real Cheddar... Food 2 Food 2 • RICH PRODUCTS CORPORATION Real Cheddar Cheese & Pimentos In A Crispy Coating Bites, Cheddar Cheese & Pimentos	96g	44.9	427	26.0	1.0	1.0	30.2	10.4

Vegetable Pot Stickers Filled With Shiitake Mushrooms, Napa Cabbage, Celery, Bok Choy & Carrots, Vegetable vs Jamaican Style Hot Beef Patties

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Vegetable Po... Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Vegetable Pot Stickers Filled With Shiitake Mushrooms, Napa Cabbage, Celery, Bok Choy & Carrots	85g	47.3	165	30.6	2.4	2.4	2.9	4.7
Jamaican Sty... Food 2 Food 2 • TOWER ISLES FROZEN FOODS LTD. Jamaican Style Hot Beef Patties	141g	93.1	234	36.2	2.1	2.1	5.0	12.1

Beef Home Style Pelmeni, Beef vs Chorizo Veggie Nacho Bites, Chorizo

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beef Home St... Food 1 Food 1 • ELEGANT MUSIC Beef Home Style Pelmeni	114g	60.4	184	28.1	0.9	0.9	4.0	9.7
Chorizo Vegg... Food 2 Food 2 • KELLOGG COMPANY Chorizo Veggie Nacho Bites	92g	42.6	239	29.4	2.2	5.4	10.9	8.7

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