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 176,121 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

Actions	Food	Serving	BSI	Ingredients	Carbs	Fiber	Fat	Protein	Sugars	Calories
Save to Collection Amazon	Sweet Tea Lemonade Fro... J&J Snack Foods Corp Sweet Tea Lemonade Frozen I... BSI: 38.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 9 Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Branded Sweet Tea Lemonade Frozen Ice, Lemonade J&J Snack Foods Corp Sweet Tea Lemonade Frozen I... BSI: 38.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 9 Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Branded	89.0ml	38.0	9	19.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	15.0g	80
Sweet Tea Lemonade Frozen Ice, Lemonade Brand: Luigi's Category: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Serving: 89.0ml BSI 38.0 Carbs 19.0g Sugar 15.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Island Tea Nestle Waters North America Inc. Island Tea BSI: 26.02 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 11 Iced & Bottle Tea Branded Island Tea Nestle Waters North America Inc. Island Tea BSI: 26.02 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 11 Iced & Bottle Tea Branded	240.0ml	26.02	11	13.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	12.0g	50
Island Tea Brand: Margaritaville Category: Iced & Bottle Tea Serving: 240.0ml BSI 26.02 Carbs 13.0g Sugar 12.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Dalandan Nectar Sun Tropics, Inc. Dalandan Nectar, Dalandan BSI: 57.98 - High Impact Ingredients: 5 Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks Branded Dalandan Nectar Sun Tropics, Inc. Dalandan Nectar, Dalandan BSI: 57.98 - High Impact Ingredients: 5 Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks Branded	240.0ml	57.98	5	29.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	27.0g	120
Dalandan Nectar Brand: Sun Tropics Category: Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks Serving: 240.0ml BSI 57.98 Carbs 29.0g Sugar 27.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Gummy Fish Brandless, Inc Gummy Fish BSI: 52.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 11 Candy Branded Gummy Fish Brandless, Inc Gummy Fish BSI: 52.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 11 Candy Branded	28.0g	52.0	11	26.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	16.0g	100
Gummy Fish Brand: Brandless Category: Candy Serving: 28.0g BSI 52.0 Carbs 26.0g Sugar 16.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Sour Gummy Worms Brandless, Inc Sour Gummy Worms BSI: 62.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 14 Candy Branded Sour Gummy Worms Brandless, Inc Sour Gummy Worms BSI: 62.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 14 Candy Branded	34.0g	62.0	14	31.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	20.0g	130
Sour Gummy Worms Brand: Brandless Category: Candy Serving: 34.0g BSI 62.0 Carbs 31.0g Sugar 20.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Gummy Fruit Wedges Brandless, Inc Gummy Fruit Wedges BSI: 56.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 13 Candy Branded Gummy Fruit Wedges Brandless, Inc Gummy Fruit Wedges BSI: 56.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 13 Candy Branded	30.0g	56.0	13	28.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	18.0g	110
Gummy Fruit Wedges Brand: Brandless Category: Candy Serving: 30.0g BSI 56.0 Carbs 28.0g Sugar 18.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Sweet Tea, Peach J&J Snack Foods Corp Sweet Tea, Peach BSI: 38.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 9 Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Branded Sweet Tea, Peach J&J Snack Foods Corp Sweet Tea, Peach BSI: 38.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 9 Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Branded	89.0ml	38.0	9	19.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	15.0g	80
Sweet Tea, Peach Brand: Luigi's Category: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Serving: 89.0ml BSI 38.0 Carbs 19.0g Sugar 15.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Sea Salt Pretzels Sticks Osem Usa, Inc. Sea Salt Pretzels Sticks, S... BSI: 42.68 - High Impact Ingredients: 10 Chips, Pretzels & Snacks Branded Sea Salt Pretzels Sticks Osem Usa, Inc. Sea Salt Pretzels Sticks, S... BSI: 42.68 - High Impact Ingredients: 10 Chips, Pretzels & Snacks Branded	30.0g	42.68	10	22.0g	0.0g	6.0g	0.0g	0.0g	140
Sea Salt Pretzels Sticks Brand: Gratify Category: Chips, Pretzels & Snacks Serving: 30.0g BSI 42.68 Carbs 22.0g Sugar 0.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 6.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Key Food, Mint Jelly Key Food Stores Co Operative, Inc. Key Food, Mint Jelly BSI: 26.0 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 7 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded Key Food, Mint Jelly Key Food Stores Co Operative, Inc. Key Food, Mint Jelly BSI: 26.0 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 7 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded	20.0g	26.0	7	13.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	10.0g	50
Key Food, Mint Jelly Brand: Key Food Category: Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Serving: 20.0g BSI 26.0 Carbs 13.0g Sugar 10.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	20 Mg Cbd Broad Spectr... Affordable Arts 20 Mg Cbd Broad Spectrum Le... BSI: 62.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 8 Other Drinks Branded 20 Mg Cbd Broad Spectrum Lemonade+Can... Affordable Arts 20 Mg Cbd Broad Spectrum Le... BSI: 62.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 8 Other Drinks Branded	250.0ml	62.0	8	31.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	29.0g	120
20 Mg Cbd Broad Spectrum Lemonade+Cannabiods Brand: Cbdelight Category: Other Drinks Serving: 250.0ml BSI 62.0 Carbs 31.0g Sugar 29.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Margarita Cocktail Mix... Origins Paleo Meals Llc Margarita Cocktail Mixers, ... BSI: 30.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 7 Alcohol Branded Margarita Cocktail Mixers, Lime + Lem... Origins Paleo Meals Llc Margarita Cocktail Mixers, ... BSI: 30.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 7 Alcohol Branded	16.0g	30.0	7	15.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	14.0g	60
Margarita Cocktail Mixers, Lime + Lemon + Orange Brand: Minute Mixology Category: Alcohol Serving: 16.0g BSI 30.0 Carbs 15.0g Sugar 14.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Craft Soda, Red Apple Raley's Craft Soda, Red Apple BSI: 78.03 - High Impact Ingredients: 6 Soda Branded Craft Soda, Red Apple Raley's Craft Soda, Red Apple BSI: 78.03 - High Impact Ingredients: 6 Soda Branded	355.0ml	78.03	6	39.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	39.0g	160
Craft Soda, Red Apple Brand: Raley's Category: Soda Serving: 355.0ml BSI 78.03 Carbs 39.0g Sugar 39.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Fruitz Chewy Candy Ferrara Candy Company Fruitz Chewy Candy BSI: 52.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 15 Candy Branded Fruitz Chewy Candy Ferrara Candy Company Fruitz Chewy Candy BSI: 52.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 15 Candy Branded	30.0g	52.0	15	26.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	20.0g	100
Fruitz Chewy Candy Brand: Trolli Category: Candy Serving: 30.0g BSI 52.0 Carbs 26.0g Sugar 20.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Decorated Lollipop Rin... Imaginings 3 Decorated Lollipop Rings, O... BSI: 22.0 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 12 Candy Branded Decorated Lollipop Rings, Orange, Blu... Imaginings 3 Decorated Lollipop Rings, O... BSI: 22.0 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 12 Candy Branded	12.0g	22.0	12	11.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	9.0g	45
Decorated Lollipop Rings, Orange, Blue Raspberry, Strawberry Brand: Flix Candy Category: Candy Serving: 12.0g BSI 22.0 Carbs 11.0g Sugar 9.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Candy, Guava, Mango Chile Ferrara Candy Company Candy, Guava, Mango Chile BSI: 28.0 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 11 Candy Branded Candy, Guava, Mango Chile Ferrara Candy Company Candy, Guava, Mango Chile BSI: 28.0 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 11 Candy Branded	15.0g	28.0	11	14.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	14.0g	60
Candy, Guava, Mango Chile Brand: Nerds Category: Candy Serving: 15.0g BSI 28.0 Carbs 14.0g Sugar 14.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Jelly Beans Vermont Nut Free Chocolate Company Inc Jelly Beans BSI: 54.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 17 Candy Branded Jelly Beans Vermont Nut Free Chocolate Company Inc Jelly Beans BSI: 54.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 17 Candy Branded	30.0g	54.0	17	27.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	21.0g	110
Jelly Beans Brand: Vermont Nut Free Chocolates Category: Candy Serving: 30.0g BSI 54.0 Carbs 27.0g Sugar 21.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Fun Bunch Ice Pops, Ch... Good Humor Breyers Ice Cream Fun Bunch Ice Pops, Cherry,... BSI: 28.0 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 46 Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Branded Fun Bunch Ice Pops, Cherry, Watermelo... Good Humor Breyers Ice Cream Fun Bunch Ice Pops, Cherry,... BSI: 28.0 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 46 Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Branded	71.0g	28.0	46	14.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	10.0g	60
Fun Bunch Ice Pops, Cherry, Watermelon, Berry, Grape Brand: Popsicle Category: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Serving: 71.0g BSI 28.0 Carbs 14.0g Sugar 10.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Organic Peach Tea Humankind Beverage, Llc Organic Peach Tea BSI: 60.03 - High Impact Ingredients: 8 Iced & Bottle Tea Branded Organic Peach Tea Humankind Beverage, Llc Organic Peach Tea BSI: 60.03 - High Impact Ingredients: 8 Iced & Bottle Tea Branded	414.0ml	60.03	8	30.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	29.0g	120
Organic Peach Tea Brand: Hk Humankind Category: Iced & Bottle Tea Serving: 414.0ml BSI 60.03 Carbs 30.0g Sugar 29.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Cranberry Mango Juice ... The Moran Group Incorporated Cranberry Mango Juice Cockt... BSI: 60.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 13 Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks Branded Cranberry Mango Juice Cocktail From C... The Moran Group Incorporated Cranberry Mango Juice Cockt... BSI: 60.0 - High Impact Ingredients: 13 Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks Branded	240.0ml	60.0	13	30.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	30.0g	120
Cranberry Mango Juice Cocktail From Concentrate Brand: Tipton Grove Category: Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks Serving: 240.0ml BSI 60.0 Carbs 30.0g Sugar 30.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Old Fashioned Lemonade Schnuck Markets, Inc. Old Fashioned Lemonade BSI: 85.97 - High Impact Ingredients: 4 Soda Branded Old Fashioned Lemonade Schnuck Markets, Inc. Old Fashioned Lemonade BSI: 85.97 - High Impact Ingredients: 4 Soda Branded	360.0ml	85.97	4	43.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	43.0g	180
Old Fashioned Lemonade Brand: Culinaria Category: Soda Serving: 360.0ml BSI 85.97 Carbs 43.0g Sugar 43.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 0.0g

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this blood sugar category and how to use these foods

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

Sweet Tea Lemonade Frozen Ice, Lemonade

Island Tea

Dalandan Nectar

Gummy Fish

Sour Gummy Worms

Gummy Fruit Wedges

Sweet Tea, Peach

Sea Salt Pretzels Sticks

Key Food, Mint Jelly

20 Mg Cbd Broad Spectrum Lemonade+Cannabiods

Margarita Cocktail Mixers, Lime + Lemon + Orange

Craft Soda, Red Apple

Fruitz Chewy Candy

Decorated Lollipop Rings, Orange, Blue Raspberry, Strawberry

Candy, Guava, Mango Chile

Jelly Beans

Fun Bunch Ice Pops, Cherry, Watermelon, Berry, Grape

Organic Peach Tea

Cranberry Mango Juice Cocktail From Concentrate

Old Fashioned Lemonade