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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Deep Dish Pie Shells, Deep Dish vs Mazor's, Puff Pastry Squares

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Deep Dish Pi... Food 1 Food 1 • THE FEDERATED GROUP, INC. Deep Dish Pie Shells	21g	21.0	429	52.4	4.8	—	23.8	4.8
Mazor's, Puf... Food 2 Food 2 • KOL-TUV FOODS INC. Mazor's, Puff Pastry Squares	34g	26.8	382	41.2	2.9	—	20.6	5.9

Hannaford, Bagels vs Tomato, Basil Garlic Bread, Tomato, Basil

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hannaford, B... Food 1 Food 1 • HANNAFORD BROS. CO. Hannaford, Bagels	57g	60.8	263	56.1	5.3	1.8	0.9	8.8
Tomato, Basi... Food 2 Food 2 • HEARTLAND PET PRODUCTS LLC Tomato, Basil Garlic Bread, Tomato, Basil	71g	41.0	225	31.0	4.2	1.4	9.9	4.2

Deep Dish Pastry Pie Shells, Deep Dish vs Dough Chunks Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Deep Dish Pa... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC. Deep Dish Pastry Pie Shells	28g	24.5	464	46.4	3.6	—	28.6	7.1
Dough Chunks... Food 2 Food 2 • BEN & JERRY'S HOMEMADE INC. Dough Chunks Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough	28g	38.9	429	71.4	42.9	—	14.3	3.6

Butter & Garlic Traditional Baguette, Butter & Garlic vs Kinnikinnick White Bread, 16 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Butter & Gar... Food 1 Food 1 • JULIAN'S RECIPE, LLC. Butter & Garlic Traditional Baguette	44g	31.0	318	38.6	2.3	2.3	11.4	6.8
Kinnikinnick... Food 2 Food 2 Kinnikinnick White Bread, 16 Oz	57g	57.4	246	52.6	3.5	1.8	3.5	1.8

Premium Biscuits, Buttermilk vs Pumpkin Pecan Spice Muffin

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Premium Bisc... Food 1 Food 1 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Premium Biscuits, Buttermilk	62g	42.4	306	35.5	3.2	—	16.1	6.5
Pumpkin Peca... Food 2 Food 2 • YUMBANA LLC Pumpkin Pecan Spice Muffin	85g	63.8	329	41.2	17.7	2.4	16.5	3.5

Three Cheese Garlic Knots, Three Cheese Garlic vs Onion Original Bagels, Onion

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Three Cheese... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Three Cheese Garlic Knots	43g	36.7	326	46.5	4.7	2.3	11.6	9.3
Onion Origin... Food 2 Food 2 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Onion Original Bagels	57g	54.8	246	50.9	3.5	1.8	1.8	8.8

Bread, Garlic vs Yeast Rolls, Yeast

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bread, Garlic Food 1 Food 1 • FOOD TOWN STORES INC. Bread, Garlic	57g	44.2	351	42.1	1.8	1.8	15.8	7.0
Yeast Rolls Food 2 Food 2 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Yeast Rolls	57g	60.4	316	56.1	8.8	1.8	5.3	8.8

Pie Shells vs Vital & Delicious, Breakfast & Snack Energy Loaf, Banana Nut

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pie Shells Food 1 Food 1 • THE FEDERATED GROUP, INC. Pie Shells	21g	20.7	429	52.4	4.8	—	33.3	4.8
Vital & Deli... Food 2 Food 2 • VITALICIOUS, INC Vital & Delicious, Breakfast & Snack Energy Loaf, Banana Nut	54g	29.2	222	42.6	14.8	14.8	6.5	9.3

Texas Garlic Toast, Garlic vs Cheesy Garlic Bread

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Texas Garlic... Food 1 Food 1 • CLOVER VALLEY Texas Garlic Toast, Garlic	40g	31.0	300	42.5	2.5	2.5	11.3	7.5
Cheesy Garli... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Cheesy Garlic Bread	60g	36.4	300	33.3	3.3	1.7	11.7	11.7

Cinnamon Swirl Original Bagels, Cinnamon Swirl vs Zesty Garlic Bread

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cinnamon Swi... Food 1 Food 1 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Cinnamon Swirl Original Bagels	57g	66.3	316	63.2	8.8	3.5	2.6	10.5
Zesty Garlic... Food 2 Food 2 • COLE'S QUALITY FOODS, INC. Zesty Garlic Bread	57g	44.4	298	40.4	1.8	—	14.0	7.0

Fire Roasted Cornbread Biscuits Topped With Honey Butter vs Dr. Praeger's Perfect Sliders, 2 Count, 4.7 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fire Roasted... Food 1 Food 1 • FURLANI Fire Roasted Cornbread Biscuits Topped With Honey Butter	40g	34.3	425	47.5	15.0	2.5	22.5	7.5
Dr. Praeger'... Food 2 Food 2 • DR. PRAEGER'S SENSIBLE FOODS, INC. Dr. Praeger's Perfect Sliders, 2 Count, 4.7 Oz	132g	51.8	235	27.3	2.3	6.8	7.6	15.2

Snackable Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Chocolate Chip vs Whole Grain Original Waffles

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Snackable Ch... Food 1 Food 1 • BEN & JERRY'S HOMEMADE INC. Snackable Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Chocolate Chip	28g	36.9	429	67.9	39.3	—	14.3	3.6
Whole Grain ... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KELLOGG COMPANY Whole Grain Original Waffles	55g	37.1	218	40.0	10.9	5.5	7.3	5.5

Garlic Knots vs Landolfi's Garlic Bread, 10 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Garlic Knots Food 1 Food 1 • FURLANI Garlic Knots	38g	33.0	316	47.4	5.3	2.6	9.2	7.9
Landolfi's G... Food 2 Food 2 • ANGY'S LANDOLFI FOOD GROUP, LLC Landolfi's Garlic Bread, 10 Oz	57g	69.0	281	63.2	1.8	—	14.0	10.5

Thick Pizza Crusts vs Salted Rosemary Butter Cookie Dough

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Thick Pizza ... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES Thick Pizza Crusts	57g	56.5	281	52.6	1.8	1.8	5.3	8.8
Salted Rosem... Food 2 Food 2 • THE PERFECT BITE COMPANY Salted Rosemary Butter Cookie Dough	21g	22.9	476	57.1	19.1	—	23.8	4.8

Blueberry Pancakes vs Parkerhouse Style Rolls Dough, Parkerhouse Style

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Blueberry Pa... Food 1 Food 1 Blueberry Pancakes	117g	90.5	222	40.2	11.1	0.9	4.3	4.3
Parkerhouse ... Food 2 Food 2 • BRIDGFORD FOODS CORPORATION Parkerhouse Style Rolls Dough	57g	46.9	246	45.6	5.3	3.5	3.5	8.8

Bacon Bagel Bite Stuffed With Bacon, Egg, And Cheese! Egg Bites, Bacon vs Party Collection Hors D'oeuvres

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bacon Bagel ... Food 1 Food 1 • T. MARZETTI COMPANY Bacon Bagel Bite Stuffed With Bacon, Egg, And Cheese! Egg Bites	82g	59.9	256	39.0	3.7	1.2	6.1	12.2
Party Collec... Food 2 Food 2 Party Collection Hors D'oeuvres	85g	32.3	306	21.2	1.2	1.2	20.0	9.4

Veggie Medley Tortillas vs Brown Sugar Bagel Stuffed With Cinnamon Swirl Cream Cheese Mini Stuffed Bagels, Cinnamon Sugar

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Veggie Medle... Food 1 Food 1 • ENTERTAINMENT PRODUCTION HOUSE INC. Veggie Medley Tortillas	56g	33.3	196	35.7	1.8	5.4	3.6	7.1
Brown Sugar ... Food 2 Food 2 • T. MARZETTI COMPANY Brown Sugar Bagel Stuffed With Cinnamon Swirl Cream Cheese Mini Stuffed Bagels, Cinnamon Sugar	37g	29.1	297	40.5	8.1	—	9.5	8.1

Italian Style Garlic Bread vs Hand Tied Garlic Knots, Garlic

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Italian Styl... Food 1 Food 1 • HY-VEE, INC. Italian Style Garlic Bread	57g	48.0	351	45.6	1.8	1.8	14.0	8.8
Hand Tied Ga... Food 2 Food 2 • CLOVER VALLEY Hand Tied Garlic Knots, Garlic	38g	33.7	289	47.4	5.3	2.6	6.6	—

Gourmet Cookie Dough, Chocolate Overdose vs Garlic Mini Loaf, Garlic

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Gourmet Cook... Food 1 Food 1 • DO-BIZ FOODS LLC. Gourmet Cookie Dough, Chocolate Overdose	28g	28.6	321	57.1	35.7	3.6	21.4	7.1
Garlic Mini ... Food 2 Food 2 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Garlic Mini Loaf	57g	46.0	351	43.9	1.8	1.8	15.8	8.8

Cookie Dough, Chocolate Chip vs French Artisan Rolls, French

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cookie Dough... Food 1 Food 1 • CELEBRATE BAKING COMPANY, LLC Cookie Dough, Chocolate Chip	28g	30.7	429	60.7	35.7	3.6	21.4	3.6
French Artis... Food 2 Food 2 • RHODES INTERNATIONAL INC. French Artisan Rolls	54g	49.2	222	48.2	—	1.9	—	7.4

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