What are Smooth Ride food comparisons?

Smooth Ride 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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Garbanzos Chick Peas vs Black Beans In Seasoned Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Garbanzos Ch... Food 1 Food 1 • VIDEO THEATER INC Garbanzos Chick Peas	126g	27.5	103	15.9	0.8	4.8	1.6	5.6
Black Beans ... Food 2 Food 2 • PUBLIX SUPER MARKETS, INC. Black Beans In Seasoned Sauce	130g	33.6	100	17.7	0.8	4.6	0.4	6.2

Brown Sugar Hickory Sweet Hickory Sauce With Brown Sugar & Spices Baked Beans, Brown Sugar Hickory vs Refried Beans Vegetarian

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Brown Sugar ... Food 1 Food 1 • BUSH BROTHERS & COMPANY Brown Sugar Hickory Sweet Hickory Sauce With Brown Sugar & Spices Baked Beans	130g	55.5	123	25.4	11.5	3.8	0.4	5.4
Refried Bean... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Refried Beans Vegetarian	130g	37.4	115	19.2	0.8	4.6	1.5	6.9

Mexican Style Refried Beans, Mexican Style vs Garbanzo Beans, Garbanzo

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mexican Styl... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC. Mexican Style Refried Beans	128g	23.8	70	13.3	0.8	3.9	—	4.7
Garbanzo Beans Food 2 Food 2 • SMART & FINAL IRIS CORPORATION Garbanzo Beans	125g	29.7	96	16.8	0.8	4.8	0.8	4.8

Roman Beans, Roman vs Black Beans, Cumin & Chili Spices

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Roman Beans Food 1 Food 1 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Roman Beans	130g	27.8	77	14.6	0.8	3.8	—	5.4
Black Beans,... Food 2 Food 2 • FARIBAULT FOODS, INC. Black Beans, Cumin & Chili Spices	130g	27.6	92	16.2	0.8	5.4	0.8	5.4

Chili Beans In Chili Sauce, White vs Fancy Pinto Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chili Beans ... Food 1 Food 1 • FARIBAULT FOODS, INC. Chili Beans In Chili Sauce, White	130g	29.7	92	16.2	0.8	4.6	0.8	5.4
Fancy Pinto ... Food 2 Food 2 • F.A.B. INC. Fancy Pinto Beans	128g	23.8	94	16.4	0.8	7.0	—	5.5

Sweetened Red Beans (Mashed) vs Chili Beans, Chili

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sweetened Re... Food 1 Food 1 • MORINAGA & COMPANY LTD. Sweetened Red Beans (Mashed)	130g	100.0	231	52.3	36.2	5.4	0.4	5.4
Chili Beans Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Chili Beans	130g	27.7	77	13.9	0.8	3.1	0.8	4.6

Maple Baked Beans With Maple Syrup, Molasses & Spices, Maple vs Rojo Beans, Chipotle

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Maple Baked ... Food 1 Food 1 • B&G FOODS, INC. Maple Baked Beans With Maple Syrup, Molasses & Spices	131g	45.5	122	23.7	9.2	6.1	0.8	5.3
Rojo Beans, ... Food 2 Food 2 • SUPERVALU, INC. Rojo Beans, Chipotle	130g	33.7	92	16.9	2.3	3.8	0.4	5.4

Chili Organic Beans, Chili vs Refried Beans, Jalapeno

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chili Organi... Food 1 Food 1 • CADIA Chili Organic Beans	130g	31.7	92	16.2	0.8	3.8	0.8	5.4
Refried Bean... Food 2 Food 2 • ASSOCIATED WHOLESALE GROCERS, INC. Refried Beans, Jalapeno	130g	33.7	108	16.9	0.8	3.8	1.9	5.4

Southwestern Style Pinto Beans In A Flavorful Red Chile Sauce With Mild Jalapeno Peppers, Southwestern Style vs Garbanzo Low Sodium Beans, Garbanzo

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Southwestern... Food 1 Food 1 • BUSH BROTHERS & COMPANY Southwestern Style Pinto Beans In A Flavorful Red Chile Sauce With Mild Jalapeno Peppers	130g	27.8	85	14.6	0.8	3.8	0.8	4.6
Garbanzo Low... Food 2 Food 2 • H E BUTT GROCERY COMPANY Garbanzo Low Sodium Beans	125g	25.7	96	15.2	3.2	4.8	1.6	4.8

Light Red Kidney Beans, Light Red Kidney vs Cento Pinto Beans, 15.5 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Light Red Ki... Food 1 Food 1 • HARRIS-TEETER INC. Light Red Kidney Beans	130g	31.8	92	16.2	1.5	3.8	—	5.4
Cento Pinto ... Food 2 Food 2 • ALANRIC FOOD DISTRIBUTORS, INC. Cento Pinto Beans, 15.5 Oz	130g	29.8	85	15.4	0.8	3.8	—	4.6

Original Baked Beans vs Premium White Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Bak... Food 1 Food 1 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Original Baked Beans	130g	39.6	108	20.8	8.5	5.4	0.8	4.6
Premium Whit... Food 2 Food 2 • IBERIA FOODS CORPORATION Premium White Beans	130g	25.8	85	13.9	—	3.8	0.4	6.2

Original Baked Beans, Original vs Pinto Organic Refried Beans, Pinto

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Bak... Food 1 Food 1 • HANOVER FOODS CORPORATION Original Baked Beans	130g	57.4	131	26.2	10.0	3.8	0.4	6.2
Pinto Organi... Food 2 Food 2 • TARGET STORES Pinto Organic Refried Beans	130g	31.6	108	16.9	0.8	4.6	1.9	6.2

Organic Low Sodium Black Beans vs Red Chili Beans In Chili Sauce, Red In Chili Sauce

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Low ... Food 1 Food 1 • RALEY'S Organic Low Sodium Black Beans	125g	27.7	88	14.4	0.8	3.2	—	4.8
Red Chili Be... Food 2 Food 2 • ASSOCIATED WHOLESALE GROCERS, INC. Red Chili Beans In Chili Sauce, Red In Chili Sauce	130g	29.8	85	15.4	0.8	3.8	0.8	5.4

100% Organic Borlotti Beans vs Boston's Best Baked Beans With Molasses, Brown Sugar, Pork & Spices, Boston's Best

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
100% Organic... Food 1 Food 1 • MOORE ACTION COLLECTIBLES, INC. 100% Organic Borlotti Beans	130g	41.5	115	21.5	0.8	5.4	0.8	5.4
Boston's Bes... Food 2 Food 2 • B&G FOODS, INC. Boston's Best Baked Beans With Molasses, Brown Sugar, Pork & Spices	131g	55.4	137	27.5	10.7	6.1	0.8	5.3

Spicy Fat Free Refried Beans, Spicy vs Light Red Kidney Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spicy Fat Fr... Food 1 Food 1 • SAVE MART SUPERMARKETS INC. Spicy Fat Free Refried Beans	130g	37.7	100	18.5	0.8	3.8	—	6.2
Light Red Ki... Food 2 Food 2 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Light Red Kidney Beans	130g	39.4	115	20.8	1.5	5.4	0.8	6.2

Refried Black Beans vs Onion With Bacon, Brown Sugar & Onion Baked Beans, Onion

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Refried Blac... Food 1 Food 1 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Refried Black Beans	128g	19.8	78	10.9	—	3.1	2.3	3.9
Onion With B... Food 2 Food 2 • HY-VEE, INC. Onion With Bacon, Brown Sugar & Onion Baked Beans	130g	41.5	108	21.5	8.5	5.4	0.8	4.6

Red Kidney Beans, Red Kidney vs Garbanzo Beans

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Red Kidney B... Food 1 Food 1 • LIEBER CHOCOLATE & FOOD PRODUCTS CO. Red Kidney Beans	130g	25.8	85	14.6	1.5	4.6	—	5.4
Garbanzo Beans Food 2 Food 2 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Garbanzo Beans	213g	43.3	85	15.5	—	5.2	0.7	5.2

Black Beans Seasoned With Olive Oil, Onion And Garlic vs Chili Beans, Chili

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Black Beans ... Food 1 Food 1 • MCCALL FARMS INC Black Beans Seasoned With Olive Oil, Onion And Garlic	128g	23.6	94	14.8	0.8	5.5	0.8	5.5
Chili Beans Food 2 Food 2 • TARGET STORES Chili Beans	130g	31.7	92	16.2	0.8	3.8	0.8	5.4

Goya Prime Premium Small White Beans, 10.5 Oz vs Fava Beans In Brine Foul Moudammas

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Goya Prime P... Food 1 Food 1 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Goya Prime Premium Small White Beans, 10.5 Oz	122g	23.6	90	16.4	—	6.6	—	5.7
Fava Beans I... Food 2 Food 2 • THE DOVE CORPORATION S.A. Fava Beans In Brine Foul Moudammas	130g	19.7	85	13.1	0.8	5.4	0.8	5.4

Lowes Foods, Country Style Baked Beans With Brown Sugar And Bacon vs Garbanzo Organic Low Sodium Beans, Garbanzo

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lowes Foods,... Food 1 Food 1 • LOWE'S FOOD STORES, INC. Lowes Foods, Country Style Baked Beans With Brown Sugar And Bacon	130g	51.4	123	24.6	10.8	4.6	0.8	5.4
Garbanzo Org... Food 2 Food 2 • BUSH BROTHERS & COMPANY Garbanzo Organic Low Sodium Beans	130g	31.6	9	15.4	2.3	3.1	1.5	4.6

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