What are Rocket Fuel foods?

Rocket Fuel foods are foods containing high-glycemic ingredients like refined sugars and starches that cause quick blood sugar elevation. There are 173,558 foods tagged as Rocket Fuel in our database, helping you identify options that match this blood sugar impact profile.

How do Rocket Fuel foods affect blood sugar levels?

Rocket Fuel foods are characterized by high glycemic ingredients causing rapid blood sugar spikes. These foods contain refined carbohydrates that are quickly absorbed, causing rapid spikes in blood glucose levels within 15-30 minutes of consumption.

Why choose Rocket Fuel foods over other categories?

Rocket Fuel foods offer specific benefits including quick energy for athletes, post-workout recovery, emergency glucose source. While other foods provide gradual energy, Rocket Fuel foods are specifically useful when you need immediate glucose, such as treating hypoglycemia or fueling intense exercise.

How can I incorporate Rocket Fuel foods into my meals?

Popular Rocket Fuel foods include White Bread, Candy, Sports Drinks. Best used strategically before or after intense exercise, or as directed by healthcare providers for treating low blood sugar episodes.

Are there any risks or things to watch for with Rocket Fuel foods?

These foods can cause dangerous blood sugar spikes if not managed properly. Always monitor glucose levels and adjust medication as directed by your healthcare provider.

Where can I find the full list of Rocket Fuel foods on Badlow?

You can explore all Rocket Fuel foods by clicking 'View All Foods' above, or use our comparison tool to see how they stack up against other food categories for blood sugar management.

Rocket Fuel Foods | Fast-Acting Carbs for Blood Sugar Spikes

Foods containing high-glycemic ingredients like refined sugars and starches that cause quick blood sugar elevation

BSI	Food	Serving	Carbs	Fiber	Fat	Protein	Sugars	Calories
BSI: 26	Original Candy Ferrara Candy Company Original Candy Ferrara Candy Company	14.0g	13.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	12.0g	50
Full Name Original Candy Details Ingredients: 9 Candy Branded Analysis 26 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 30	Caramel Apple Cider Instant... Continental Mills, Inc. Caramel Apple Cider Instant Drink Mix Continental Mills, Inc.	16.0g	15.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	15.0g	60
Full Name Caramel Apple Cider Instant Drink Mix Details Ingredients: 11 Powdered Drinks Branded Analysis 30 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 24	Morello Tart Cherry Preserves The Kroger Co. Morello Tart Cherry Preserves The Kroger Co.	19.0g	12.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	12.0g	50
Full Name Morello Tart Cherry Preserves Details Ingredients: 4 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded Analysis 24 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 60	Confectioner's Powdered Sugar Brookshire Grocery Company Confectioner's Powdered Sugar Brookshire Grocery Company	30.0g	30.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	29.0g	120
Full Name Confectioner's Powdered Sugar Details Ingredients: 2 Granulated, Brown & Powdered Sugar Branded Analysis 60 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 52	Black Currant Syrup Kradjian Importing Co., Inc. Black Currant Syrup Kradjian Importing Co., Inc.	30.0ml	26.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	25.0g	110
Full Name Black Currant Syrup Details Ingredients: 5 Syrups & Molasses Branded Analysis 52 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 52	Peach Syrup Kradjian Importing Co., Inc. Peach Syrup Kradjian Importing Co., Inc.	30.0ml	26.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	25.0g	110
Full Name Peach Syrup Details Ingredients: 6 Syrups & Molasses Branded Analysis 52 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 32	Sweet & Spicy Barbecue Sauce Bruno's Supermarkets, Inc. Sweet & Spicy Barbecue Sauce Bruno's Supermarkets, Inc.	36.0g	16.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	14.0g	70
Full Name Sweet & Spicy Barbecue Sauce Details Ingredients: 18 Ketchup, Mustard, Bbq & Cheese Sauce Branded Analysis 32 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 34	Hot Honey Infused With Chil... The Kroger Co. Hot Honey Infused With Chilies, Chilies The Kroger Co.	21.0g	17.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	17.0g	60
Full Name Hot Honey Infused With Chilies, Chilies Details Ingredients: 8 Honey Branded Analysis 34 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 52	Pure Cane Gourmet Syrup, St... Domino Foods, Inc. Pure Cane Gourmet Syrup, Strawberry Domino Foods, Inc.	30.0ml	26.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	26.0g	110
Full Name Pure Cane Gourmet Syrup, Strawberry Details Ingredients: 6 Syrups & Molasses Branded Analysis 52 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 26	Blueberry & Pomegranate Pre... The Kroger Co. Blueberry & Pomegranate Preserves The Kroger Co.	19.0g	13.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	12.0g	50
Full Name Blueberry & Pomegranate Preserves Details Ingredients: 5 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded Analysis 26 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 34	Honey Barbecue Sauce Stonewall Kitchen Ltd. Honey Barbecue Sauce Stonewall Kitchen Ltd.	30.0ml	17.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	15.0g	70
Full Name Honey Barbecue Sauce Details Ingredients: 21 Ketchup, Mustard, Bbq & Cheese Sauce Branded Analysis 34 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 30	Bar B Q Sauce Wine Country Kitchens Bar B Q Sauce Wine Country Kitchens	35.0g	15.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	14.0g	60
Full Name Bar B Q Sauce Details Ingredients: 28 Ketchup, Mustard, Bbq & Cheese Sauce Branded Analysis 30 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 36	3 In 1 Foamz Dispenser Cand... Radz Brands, Llc 3 In 1 Foamz Dispenser Candy Mini Poster Radz Brands, Llc	20.0g	18.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	18.0g	70
Full Name 3 In 1 Foamz Dispenser Candy Mini Poster Details Ingredients: 12 Candy Branded Analysis 36 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 38	Strawberry Syrup Jessica's Natural Foods, Llc Strawberry Syrup Jessica's Natural Foods, Llc	36.0g	19.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	19.0g	70
Full Name Strawberry Syrup Details Ingredients: 6 Syrups & Molasses Branded Analysis 38 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 54	Organic Cherry Pie Filling ... Star Markets Co. Organic Cherry Pie Filling Or Topping, Cherry Star Markets Co.	85.0g	27.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	22.0g	100
Full Name Organic Cherry Pie Filling Or Topping, Cherry Details Ingredients: 6 Pastry Shells & Fillings Branded Analysis 54 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 34	Strawberry Preserves New Frontiers Sales & Marketing Llc Strawberry Preserves New Frontiers Sales & Marketing Llc	30.0g	17.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	16.0g	70
Full Name Strawberry Preserves Details Ingredients: 5 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded Analysis 34 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 28	Valentin Valentine Candy Ca... Frankford Candy, Llc Valentin Valentine Candy Card Kit Frankford Candy, Llc	14.0g	14.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	10.0g	60
Full Name Valentin Valentine Candy Card Kit Details Ingredients: 5 Candy Branded Analysis 28 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 50	Sour Brite Crawlers Gummi C... Ferrara Candy Company Sour Brite Crawlers Gummi Candy, Cherry Lemon, Strawberry Grape, Orange Lime Ferrara Candy Company	32.0g	25.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	14.0g	100
Full Name Sour Brite Crawlers Gummi Candy, Cherry Lemon, Strawberry Grape, Orange Lime Details Ingredients: 16 Candy Branded Analysis 50 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 42	Sweetened Brewed Tea Price Chopper Supermarkets Sweetened Brewed Tea Price Chopper Supermarkets	240.0ml	21.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	20.0g	79
Full Name Sweetened Brewed Tea Details Ingredients: 6 Iced & Bottle Tea Branded Analysis 42 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 50	Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple S... Madava Sugar Maple, Llc Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple Syrup Madava Sugar Maple, Llc	30.0ml	25.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	24.0g	108
Full Name Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple Syrup Details Ingredients: 1 Syrups & Molasses Branded Analysis 50 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark

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