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: 38	Betty Crocker Scooby Doo! F... General Mills Sales Inc. Betty Crocker Scooby Doo! Fruit Flavored Snacks 15 Count General Mills Sales Inc.	23.0g	19.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	9.0g	80
Full Name Betty Crocker Scooby Doo! Fruit Flavored Snacks 15 Count Details Ingredients: 17 Snacks Branded Analysis 38 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 98	Simply Cranberry Cocktail B... The Coca Cola Company 0049000000016 Simply Cranberry Cocktail Bottle, 11.5 Fl Oz The Coca Cola Company 0049000000016	345.0ml	49.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	48.0g	190
Full Name Simply Cranberry Cocktail Bottle, 11.5 Fl Oz Details Ingredients: 4 Non Alcoholic Beverages Ready To Drink Branded Analysis 98 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 44	Juice, Citrus, Citrus Suntory International Corp. Juice, Citrus, Citrus Suntory International Corp.	500.0ml	22.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	21.0g	90
Full Name Juice, Citrus, Citrus Details Ingredients: 10 Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks Branded Analysis 44 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 40	V8 Splash Beverage Raspberry Campbell Soup Company V8 Splash Beverage Raspberry Campbell Soup Company	240.0ml	20.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	18.0g	79
Full Name V8 Splash Beverage Raspberry Details Ingredients: 15 Non Alcoholic Beverages Ready To Drink Branded Analysis 40 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 26	Kroger, Jelly, Strawberry, ... The Kroger Co. Kroger, Jelly, Strawberry, Strawberry The Kroger Co.	20.0g	13.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	8.0g	50
Full Name Kroger, Jelly, Strawberry, Strawberry Details Ingredients: 6 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded Analysis 26 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 28	New England Cranberry, Pepp... Kowalski Companies Inc. New England Cranberry, Pepper Jelly, Hot, Hot Kowalski Companies Inc.	18.0g	14.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	13.0g	50
Full Name New England Cranberry, Pepper Jelly, Hot, Hot Details Ingredients: 6 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded Analysis 28 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 100	Gold Peak Sweetened Black T... The Coca Cola Company 0049000000016 Gold Peak Sweetened Black Tea Bottle, 33.8 Fl Oz The Coca Cola Company 0049000000016	360.0ml	306.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	306.0g	1188
Full Name Gold Peak Sweetened Black Tea Bottle, 33.8 Fl Oz Details Ingredients: 6 Coffee/Tea/Substitutes Branded Analysis 100 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 32	Crystal, Fruit Punch, Grape... Foster Dairy Farms Crystal, Fruit Punch, Grape, Pineapple, Pear And Apple, Grape, Pineapple, Pea... Foster Dairy Farms	236.0ml	16.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	15.0g	59
Full Name Crystal, Fruit Punch, Grape, Pineapple, Pear And Apple, Grape, Pineapple, Pear And Apple Details Ingredients: 10 Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks Branded Analysis 32 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 58	Cheerwine, Squeeze Soft Dri... Carolina Beverage Corporation Cheerwine, Squeeze Soft Drink, Citrus Blend, Citrus Blend Carolina Beverage Corporation	240.0ml	29.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	29.0g	108
Full Name Cheerwine, Squeeze Soft Drink, Citrus Blend, Citrus Blend Details Ingredients: 14 Soda Branded Analysis 58 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 22	Kroger, Preserves, Peach, P... The Kroger Co. Kroger, Preserves, Peach, Peach The Kroger Co.	20.0g	11.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	4.0g	50
Full Name Kroger, Preserves, Peach, Peach Details Ingredients: 6 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded Analysis 22 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 20	Kroger, Apricot Preserves, ... The Kroger Co. Kroger, Apricot Preserves, Apricot, Apricot The Kroger Co.	20.0g	10.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	7.0g	40
Full Name Kroger, Apricot Preserves, Apricot, Apricot Details Ingredients: 6 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded Analysis 20 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 50	Real Brewed Sweet Tea, Trad... Tops Markets, Llc Real Brewed Sweet Tea, Traditional Tops Markets, Llc	240.0ml	25.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	25.0g	91
Full Name Real Brewed Sweet Tea, Traditional Details Ingredients: 4 Iced & Bottle Tea Branded Analysis 50 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 26	Kroger, Jelly, Concord Grap... The Kroger Co. Kroger, Jelly, Concord Grape, Concord Grape The Kroger Co.	20.0g	13.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	8.0g	50
Full Name Kroger, Jelly, Concord Grape, Concord Grape Details Ingredients: 5 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded Analysis 26 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 32	Sweet'n Pure, Chewy Eucalyp... Aws Convergence Technologies, Inc. Sweet'n Pure, Chewy Eucalyptus Candy Aws Convergence Technologies, Inc.	27.0g	24.0g	8.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	60
Full Name Sweet'n Pure, Chewy Eucalyptus Candy Details Ingredients: 10 Candy Branded Analysis 32 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 82	Old Style Lemonade International Trademarks Inc. Old Style Lemonade International Trademarks Inc.	355.0ml	41.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	41.0g	160
Full Name Old Style Lemonade Details Ingredients: 7 Soda Branded Analysis 82 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 72	Chewy Candies, Strawberry R... Just Born, Inc. Chewy Candies, Strawberry Reunion Fruit Just Born, Inc.	40.0g	36.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	25.0g	140
Full Name Chewy Candies, Strawberry Reunion Fruit Details Ingredients: 22 Candy Branded Analysis 72 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 20	Organics Kombucha, Coconut ... The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. Organics Kombucha, Coconut Lime Hibiscus The Hain Celestial Group, Inc.	240.0ml	10.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	8.0g	41
Full Name Organics Kombucha, Coconut Lime Hibiscus Details Ingredients: 13 Other Drinks Branded Analysis 20 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 32	Coolers Soft Drink Mix, Pin... Western Family Foods, Inc. Coolers Soft Drink Mix, Pink Lemonade Western Family Foods, Inc.	17.0g	16.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	16.0g	60
Full Name Coolers Soft Drink Mix, Pink Lemonade Details Ingredients: 14 Powdered Drinks Branded Analysis 32 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 76	Red Fish Gummy Candy Kais Specialties Co Llc Red Fish Gummy Candy Kais Specialties Co Llc	42.0g	38.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	31.0g	150
Full Name Red Fish Gummy Candy Details Ingredients: 8 Candy Branded Analysis 76 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 64	Jamaica Kola Flavoured Soft... Wisynco Group Limited Jamaica Kola Flavoured Soft Drink Wisynco Group Limited	240.0ml	32.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	32.0g	130
Full Name Jamaica Kola Flavoured Soft Drink Details Ingredients: 7 Soda Branded Analysis 64 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark

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