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	Smucker's, Concord Grape Jelly The J.M. Smucker Company Smucker's, Concord Grape Jelly The J.M. Smucker Company	20.0g	13.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	12.0g	50
Full Name Smucker's, Concord Grape Jelly Details Ingredients: 6 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded Analysis 26 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 32	Mixed Berry Glucose Shot Topco Associates, Inc. Mixed Berry Glucose Shot Topco Associates, Inc.	60.0ml	16.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	15.0g	70
Full Name Mixed Berry Glucose Shot Details Ingredients: 8 Energy, Protein & Muscle Recovery Drinks Branded Analysis 32 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 78	Dr. Fine Soda Western Family Foods, Inc. Dr. Fine Soda Western Family Foods, Inc.	354.0ml	39.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	39.0g	159
Full Name Dr. Fine Soda Details Ingredients: 7 Soda Branded Analysis 78 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 30	Fruit & Wintergreen Flavore... Topco Associates, Inc. Fruit & Wintergreen Flavored Conversation Hearts Valentine's Candy Topco Associates, Inc.	15.0g	15.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	14.0g	60
Full Name Fruit & Wintergreen Flavored Conversation Hearts Valentine's Candy Details Ingredients: 15 Candy Branded Analysis 30 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 42	Raspberry Pomegranate Kombucha Topco Associates, Inc. Raspberry Pomegranate Kombucha Topco Associates, Inc.	420.0ml	21.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	21.0g	80
Full Name Raspberry Pomegranate Kombucha Details Ingredients: 10 Other Drinks Branded Analysis 42 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 36	Sweet Tea Western Family Foods, Inc. Sweet Tea Western Family Foods, Inc.	237.0ml	18.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	17.0g	71
Full Name Sweet Tea Details Ingredients: 8 Iced & Bottle Tea Branded Analysis 36 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 36	It's A Boy! The Classic Bir... El Bubble It's A Boy! The Classic Birth Annoucement Bubble Gum Cigars, Fruit El Bubble	20.0g	18.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	15.0g	70
Full Name It's A Boy! The Classic Birth Annoucement Bubble Gum Cigars, Fruit Details Ingredients: 9 Chewing Gum & Mints Branded Analysis 36 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 52	Jelly Belly, Disney Frozen ... Jelly Belly Candy Company Jelly Belly, Disney Frozen The Original Gourmet Jelly Bean Jelly Belly Candy Company	28.0g	26.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	17.0g	100
Full Name Jelly Belly, Disney Frozen The Original Gourmet Jelly Bean Details Ingredients: 17 Candy Branded Analysis 52 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 52	Jelly Belly, Star Wars Gala... Jelly Belly Candy Company Jelly Belly, Star Wars Galaxy Mix Sparkling Jelly Beans Jelly Belly Candy Company	28.0g	26.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	17.0g	100
Full Name Jelly Belly, Star Wars Galaxy Mix Sparkling Jelly Beans Details Ingredients: 26 Candy Branded Analysis 52 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 56	Harris Teeter, Tonic Water Harris Teeter Inc. Harris Teeter, Tonic Water Harris Teeter Inc.	296.0ml	28.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	28.0g	110
Full Name Harris Teeter, Tonic Water Details Ingredients: 5 Water Branded Analysis 56 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 86	Shurfine, Caffine Free Soda... Topco Associates, Inc. Shurfine, Caffine Free Soda, Root Beer Topco Associates, Inc.	355.0ml	43.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	42.0g	160
Full Name Shurfine, Caffine Free Soda, Root Beer Details Ingredients: 8 Soda Branded Analysis 86 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 54	Sour Patch Kids Soft Candy ... Mondelez Usa Sour Patch Kids Soft Candy Kids Fat Free1 X13.23 Oz Mondelez Usa	30.0g	27.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	24.0g	110
Full Name Sour Patch Kids Soft Candy Kids Fat Free1 X13.23 Oz Details Ingredients: 11 Confectionery Products Branded Analysis 54 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 26	Glacier, Thirst Quencher, G... Maverik Glacier, Thirst Quencher, Grape Maverik	240.0ml	13.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	13.0g	50
Full Name Glacier, Thirst Quencher, Grape Details Ingredients: 12 Powdered Drinks Branded Analysis 26 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 74	Shurfine, Caffeine Free Sod... Topco Associates, Inc. Shurfine, Caffeine Free Soda, Lemon Lime, Lemon Lime Topco Associates, Inc.	355.0ml	37.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	36.0g	138
Full Name Shurfine, Caffeine Free Soda, Lemon Lime, Lemon Lime Details Ingredients: 5 Soda Branded Analysis 74 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 32	Pink Lemonade Drink Mix Kraft Heinz Foods Company Pink Lemonade Drink Mix Kraft Heinz Foods Company	17.0g	16.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	16.0g	60
Full Name Pink Lemonade Drink Mix Details Ingredients: 15 Powdered Drinks Branded Analysis 32 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 70	Valu Time, Juice Cocktail, ... Kingston Marketing Co Valu Time, Juice Cocktail, Grape Cranberry Juice Kingston Marketing Co	240.0ml	35.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	35.0g	139
Full Name Valu Time, Juice Cocktail, Grape Cranberry Juice Details Ingredients: 10 Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks Branded Analysis 70 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 40	Flavored Drink, Strawberry ... Kraft Heinz Foods Company Flavored Drink, Strawberry Lemonade Kraft Heinz Foods Company	200.0ml	20.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	20.0g	80
Full Name Flavored Drink, Strawberry Lemonade Details Ingredients: 11 Soda Branded Analysis 40 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 22	Concord Grape Fruit Spread The J.M. Smucker Company Concord Grape Fruit Spread The J.M. Smucker Company	19.0g	11.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	11.0g	40
Full Name Concord Grape Fruit Spread Details Ingredients: 5 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded Analysis 22 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 40	Teas' Tea, Peach Ginger Bla... Ito En (North America) Inc. Teas' Tea, Peach Ginger Black Tea Ito En (North America) Inc.	500.0ml	20.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	20.0g	80
Full Name Teas' Tea, Peach Ginger Black Tea Details Ingredients: 6 Iced & Bottle Tea Branded Analysis 40 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 36	Pimento, Sparkling Drink, S... Epicurean Food And Beverages Pimento, Sparkling Drink, Spicy Ginger Epicurean Food And Beverages	250.0ml	18.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	18.0g	70
Full Name Pimento, Sparkling Drink, Spicy Ginger Details Ingredients: 7 Water Branded Analysis 36 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark

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