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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Dry Beans Food Product vs Red Onion (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dry Beans Fo... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Dry Beans Food Product	0.0	—	—	—	4.0	1.2	21.3
Red Onion (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Red Onion (Raw)	15.4	44	9.9	5.8	2.2	0.1	0.9

Orange Juice (Chilled) vs White Onion (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Orange Juice... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Orange Juice (Chilled)	20.0	—	10.0	8.1	—	0.4	0.8
White Onion ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA White Onion (Raw)	12.9	35	7.7	5.8	1.2	0.1	0.9

Red Cabbage Head (Raw) vs Dry Beans Food Product

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Red Cabbage ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Red Cabbage Head (Raw)	13.5	—	6.8	—	—	0.2	1.2
Dry Beans Fo... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Dry Beans Food Product	0.0	—	—	—	4.4	1.1	26.8

Carrot Root (Raw) vs Avocado (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Carrot Root ... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Carrot Root (Raw)	14.3	—	10.3	—	3.1	0.4	0.9
Avocado (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Avocado (Raw)	16.1	—	8.3	—	—	20.3	1.8

Dry Beans Food Product vs Pine Nut Kernel (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dry Beans Fo... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Dry Beans Food Product	0.0	—	—	—	4.1	1.2	23.7
Pine Nut Ker... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Pine Nut Kernel (Raw)	25.7	—	18.6	—	3.9	61.3	15.7

Cantaloupe (Raw) vs Tomato Puree

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cantaloupe (... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Cantaloupe (Raw)	14.7	34	8.2	7.9	0.8	0.2	0.8
Tomato Puree Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Tomato Puree	12.1	—	8.0	4.3	2.0	0.3	1.6

Cantaloupe (Raw) vs Pumpkin Seed (Shell Off)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cantaloupe (... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Cantaloupe (Raw)	14.7	34	8.2	7.9	0.8	0.2	0.8
Pumpkin Seed... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Pumpkin Seed (Shell Off)	23.9	—	18.7	—	5.1	40.0	29.9

Cantaloupe (Raw) vs Acorn Squash (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cantaloupe (... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Cantaloupe (Raw)	14.7	34	8.2	7.9	0.8	0.2	0.8
Acorn Squash... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Acorn Squash (Raw)	15.6	—	10.5	—	2.6	0.2	1.3

Navel Orange (Raw) vs Beet (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Navel Orange... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Navel Orange (Raw)	19.6	47	11.8	8.6	2.0	0.2	0.9
Beet (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Beet (Raw)	11.3	—	8.8	5.1	3.1	0.3	1.7

Cantaloupe (Raw) vs Pine Nut Kernel (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cantaloupe (... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Cantaloupe (Raw)	14.7	34	8.2	7.9	0.8	0.2	0.8
Pine Nut Ker... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Pine Nut Kernel (Raw)	25.7	—	18.6	—	3.9	61.3	15.7

Dark Red Kidney Bean vs Yellow Onion (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dark Red Kid... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Dark Red Kidney Bean	0.0	—	—	—	4.3	1.3	25.9
Yellow Onion... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Yellow Onion (Raw)	13.4	38	8.6	5.8	1.9	0.1	0.8

Dry Beans Food Product vs Peach (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dry Beans Fo... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Dry Beans Food Product	0.0	—	—	—	4.0	0.9	23.3
Peach (Raw) Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Peach (Raw)	17.2	42	10.1	8.4	1.5	0.3	0.9

Red Onion (Raw) vs Light Red Kidney Bean

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Red Onion (Raw) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Red Onion (Raw)	15.4	44	9.9	5.8	2.2	0.1	0.9
Light Red Ki... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Light Red Kidney Bean	0.0	—	—	—	4.5	1.0	25.0

Dry Beans Food Product vs Red Cabbage Head (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dry Beans Fo... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Dry Beans Food Product	0.0	—	—	—	4.0	0.9	23.3
Red Cabbage ... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Red Cabbage Head (Raw)	13.5	—	6.8	—	—	0.2	1.2

Pine Nut Kernel (Raw) vs Marinara Sauce

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pine Nut Ker... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Pine Nut Kernel (Raw)	25.7	—	18.6	—	3.9	61.3	15.7
Marinara Sauce Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Marinara Sauce	12.4	45	8.1	5.5	1.8	1.5	1.4

Grapefruit Juice vs Orange Juice (Chilled)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Grapefruit J... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Grapefruit Juice	18.2	—	9.1	7.1	—	0.3	0.6
Orange Juice... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Orange Juice (Chilled)	20.0	—	10.0	8.1	—	0.4	0.8

Acorn Squash (Raw) vs White Grapefruit Juice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Acorn Squash... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Acorn Squash (Raw)	15.6	—	10.5	—	2.6	0.2	1.3
White Grapef... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA White Grapefruit Juice	14.8	37	7.6	7.7	0.2	0.7	0.6

Dry Beans Food Product vs Green Cabbage Head (Raw)

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dry Beans Fo... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Dry Beans Food Product	0.0	—	—	—	4.0	1.2	21.3
Green Cabbag... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Green Cabbage Head (Raw)	12.7	—	6.4	—	—	0.2	1.0

Dry Beans Food Product vs Marinara Sauce

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Dry Beans Fo... Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Dry Beans Food Product	0.0	—	—	—	4.3	1.5	24.1
Marinara Sauce Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Marinara Sauce	12.4	45	8.1	5.5	1.8	1.5	1.4

Yogurt (Plain) vs Dry Beans Food Product

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Yogurt (Plain) Food 1 Food 1 • USDA Yogurt (Plain)	16.0	—	8.1	—	—	0.1	4.2
Dry Beans Fo... Food 2 Food 2 • USDA Dry Beans Food Product	0.0	—	—	—	4.3	1.3	24.5

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