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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Butterfly Shrimp vs Clear Springs Foods, Boneless Jamaican Jerk Mahi Mahi Fillets

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Butterfly Sh... Food 1 Food 1 • CORFU-TASTY GYROS, INC. Butterfly Shrimp	112g	54.3	170	25.0	—	—	1.8	14.3
Clear Spring... Food 2 Food 2 • CLEAR SPRINGS FOODS, INC. Clear Springs Foods, Boneless Jamaican Jerk Mahi Mahi Fillets	170g	36.4	165	11.8	0.6	0.6	5.9	16.5

Golden Crunchy Whole Pollock Fillets Fish Sticks, Golden Crunchy vs Teriyaki & Ginger Wild Caught Yellowfin Tuna Steaks, Teriyaki & Ginger

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Golden Crunc... Food 1 Food 1 • DAGIM TAHORIM CO INC Golden Crunchy Whole Pollock Fillets Fish Sticks	112g	48.1	232	23.2	0.9	0.9	8.9	12.5
Teriyaki & G... Food 2 Food 2 • FREMONT FISH MARKET Teriyaki & Ginger Wild Caught Yellowfin Tuna Steaks	140g	19.3	114	8.6	5.7	1.4	1.4	17.9

Go Wild For Alaskan Pollock Fillets In A Savory, Crispy, Gluten Free Rice Coating., Rice Crusted Fish Fillets vs Lightly Breaded Fish Strips

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Go Wild For ... Food 1 Food 1 • ALBRIGHT APIARIES Go Wild For Alaskan Pollock Fillets In A Savory, Crispy, Gluten Free Rice Coating., Rice Crusted Fish Fillets	96g	27.0	198	18.8	—	4.2	8.3	11.5
Lightly Brea... Food 2 Food 2 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Lightly Breaded Fish Strips	94g	30.9	191	17.0	1.1	—	9.6	9.6

Lightly Breaded Fish Sticks vs Crunchy Butterfly Shrimp, Crunchy Butterfly

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lightly Brea... Food 1 Food 1 • DR. PRAEGER'S SENSIBLE FOODS, INC. Lightly Breaded Fish Sticks	81g	28.9	210	19.8	—	1.2	9.9	11.1
Crunchy Butt... Food 2 Food 2 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Crunchy Butterfly Shrimp	85g	32.5	306	22.4	1.2	2.4	14.1	10.6

Salmon With Lobster Stuffing vs Tuna

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Salmon With ... Food 1 Food 1 • PIER FISH COMPANY, INC. Salmon With Lobster Stuffing	113g	18.6	212	8.9	0.9	—	21.2	18.6
Tuna Food 2 Food 2 • ISLAND LOBSTER LTD Tuna	106g	19.8	94	10.4	5.7	0.9	3.8	5.7

Gorton's, Fish Tenders, Original Batter, Original Batter vs Battered Cod Fillets

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Gorton's, Fi... Food 1 Food 1 • GORTON'S OF GLOUCESTER Gorton's, Fish Tenders, Original Batter, Original Batter	98g	32.8	214	20.4	3.1	3.1	11.2	8.2
Battered Cod... Food 2 Food 2 • AHOLD USA, INC. Battered Cod Fillets	112g	34.6	196	16.1	0.9	—	9.8	12.5

Clear Springs Foods, Boneless Jamaican Jerk Mahi Mahi Fillets vs Cooked Shrimp With Cocktail Sauce, Cocktail

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Clear Spring... Food 1 Food 1 • CLEAR SPRINGS FOODS, INC. Clear Springs Foods, Boneless Jamaican Jerk Mahi Mahi Fillets	170g	36.4	165	11.8	0.6	0.6	5.9	16.5
Cooked Shrim... Food 2 Food 2 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Cooked Shrimp With Cocktail Sauce, Cocktail	111g	23.4	99	11.7	9.9	0.9	0.5	12.6

Crispy Beer Battered Haddock With Classic New England Tartar Sauce, Crispy Beer Battered Haddock vs Murry's Fish Steaks, 12 Count, 38.4 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Crispy Beer ... Food 1 Food 1 • GORTON'S OF GLOUCESTER Crispy Beer Battered Haddock With Classic New England Tartar Sauce	123g	36.8	163	16.3	0.8	0.8	4.9	13.0
Murry's Fish... Food 2 Food 2 • MURRY'S, INC. Murry's Fish Steaks, 12 Count, 38.4 Oz	90g	42.3	233	25.6	1.1	1.1	8.9	13.3

Premium Shrimp vs Teriyaki & Ginger Wild Caught Yellowfin Tuna Steaks, Teriyaki & Ginger

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Premium Shrimp Food 1 Food 1 • TRI-UNION FROZEN PRODUCTS, INC. Premium Shrimp	96g	25.1	208	14.6	1.0	1.0	13.5	9.4
Teriyaki & G... Food 2 Food 2 • FREMONT FISH MARKET Teriyaki & Ginger Wild Caught Yellowfin Tuna Steaks	140g	19.3	114	8.6	5.7	1.4	1.4	17.9

Breaded Shrimp Tender Butterfly Shrimp With Crispy Panko Breading, Breaded Shrimp vs Parmesan Encrusted Tilapia, Parmesan Encrusted

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Breaded Shri... Food 1 Food 1 • FIVE M GROUP Breaded Shrimp Tender Butterfly Shrimp With Crispy Panko Breading	112g	42.2	250	19.6	1.8	—	15.2	8.9
Parmesan Enc... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Parmesan Encrusted Tilapia	84g	28.7	226	19.1	1.2	1.2	10.7	13.1

Van De Kamp's, Garlic Herb Cod Fillets vs Popcorn Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Van De Kamp'... Food 1 Food 1 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Van De Kamp's, Garlic Herb Cod Fillets	141g	48.2	184	18.4	0.7	0.7	7.1	12.8
Popcorn Shrimp Food 2 Food 2 • FIVE M GROUP Popcorn Shrimp	112g	51.6	286	24.1	8.1	—	17.0	9.8

Hawaiian Style Flame Seared Tilapia, Hawaiian Style vs Lemon Herb Breaded Fish Fillets, Lemon Herb

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hawaiian Sty... Food 1 Food 1 • AQUA STAR, INC. Hawaiian Style Flame Seared Tilapia	113g	27.0	124	12.4	10.6	—	0.9	16.8
Lemon Herb B... Food 2 Food 2 • GORTON'S OF GLOUCESTER Lemon Herb Breaded Fish Fillets	103g	40.4	233	21.4	3.9	1.0	12.6	8.7

Sea Salt & Pepper Jumbo Popcorn Shrimp vs Wild Squid Panko Strips

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sea Salt & P... Food 1 Food 1 • RICH PRODUCTS CORPORATION Sea Salt & Pepper Jumbo Popcorn Shrimp	85g	40.3	247	25.9	1.2	1.2	11.8	10.6
Wild Squid P... Food 2 Food 2 • PACIFIC MARKETING GROUP INC. Wild Squid Panko Strips	113g	46.2	248	22.1	1.8	0.9	14.2	8.0

Battered Fish Fillets vs Beer Battered Breaded Clam Strips

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Battered Fis... Food 1 Food 1 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Battered Fish Fillets	65g	28.7	292	23.1	1.5	—	16.9	9.2
Beer Battere... Food 2 Food 2 • SEA WATCH INTERNATIONAL, INC. Beer Battered Breaded Clam Strips	113g	81.6	257	37.2	1.8	—	8.9	8.0

Wild Squid Panko Strips vs Beer Battered Cod Fillets, Beer Battered

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wild Squid P... Food 1 Food 1 • PACIFIC MARKETING GROUP INC. Wild Squid Panko Strips	113g	46.2	248	22.1	1.8	0.9	14.2	8.0
Beer Battere... Food 2 Food 2 • SAM'S CLUB WEST Beer Battered Cod Fillets	142g	42.4	197	15.5	0.7	—	9.9	10.6

Jumbo Popcorn Shrimp vs Weis Quality, Shrimp

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Jumbo Popcor... Food 1 Food 1 • RICH PRODUCTS CORPORATION Jumbo Popcorn Shrimp	85g	45.9	271	29.4	2.4	1.2	11.8	12.9
Weis Quality... Food 2 Food 2 • WEIS MARKETS, INC. Weis Quality, Shrimp	134g	23.6	82	9.7	8.2	0.7	0.4	10.5

Wild Alaska Breaded Pollock, Lemon Pepper vs Wild Caught Breaded Clam Strips

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wild Alaska ... Food 1 Food 1 • ODYSSEY ENTERPRISES INC. Wild Alaska Breaded Pollock, Lemon Pepper	85g	28.7	235	20.0	2.4	2.4	14.1	9.4
Wild Caught ... Food 2 Food 2 • SAFEWAY, INC. Wild Caught Breaded Clam Strips	85g	56.1	259	34.1	1.2	—	10.6	8.2

Popcorn Shrimp Tender Whole Shrimp In Crispy Breading vs Extra Large Stuffed Shrimp Made With Real Crabmeat

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Popcorn Shri... Food 1 Food 1 • RICH PRODUCTS CORPORATION Popcorn Shrimp Tender Whole Shrimp In Crispy Breading	84g	40.2	274	26.2	2.4	1.2	13.1	11.9
Extra Large ... Food 2 Food 2 • SEAFOOD AMERICA LLC Extra Large Stuffed Shrimp Made With Real Crabmeat	57g	29.2	193	26.3	—	—	4.4	10.5

Medium Lime Chili Lightly Breaded Whole Tilapia Fillets, Medium Lime Chili vs Sea Queen, Breaded Fish Sticks

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Medium Lime ... Food 1 Food 1 • CARIBBEAN GOURMET INC. Medium Lime Chili Lightly Breaded Whole Tilapia Fillets	140g	23.0	164	9.3	1.4	0.7	6.4	17.1
Sea Queen, B... Food 2 Food 2 • ALDI INC. Sea Queen, Breaded Fish Sticks	79g	36.4	266	25.3	—	1.3	12.7	11.4

Baja Style Beer Battered Fish Strips vs Wild Caught Crispy Panko Encrusted Calamari

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Baja Style B... Food 1 Food 1 • PACIFIC AMERICAN FISH CO.,INC. Baja Style Beer Battered Fish Strips	113g	62.2	221	30.1	1.8	1.8	7.1	8.0
Wild Caught ... Food 2 Food 2 • ODYSSEY ENTERPRISES INC. Wild Caught Crispy Panko Encrusted Calamari	113g	48.1	239	23.9	0.9	1.8	13.3	8.0

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