What are Rocket Fuel food comparisons?

Rocket Fuel 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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Berry Sport Electrolyte Beverage, Berry vs Glacier Freeze Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher, Glacier Freeze

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Berry Sport ... Food 1 Food 1 • SANTA FE PRO MUSICA, INC. Berry Sport Electrolyte Beverage	360g	46.0	25	6.4	5.8	—	—	—
Glacier Free... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Glacier Freeze Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher	500g	60.0	24	6.0	5.8	—	—	—

Strawberry Lemonade Sports Drink, Strawberry Lemonade vs Fruit Punch Bottle, Fruit Punch

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Strawberry L... Food 1 Food 1 • COCA-COLA USA OPERATIONS Strawberry Lemonade Sports Drink	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—
Fruit Punch ... Food 2 Food 2 • COCA-COLA USA OPERATIONS Fruit Punch Bottle	591g	70.0	24	5.9	5.9	—	—	—

Tropical Rapid Hydration Beverage, Tropical vs Pomegranate Acai Flavor Replenish Electrolyte Hydration Beverage, Pomegranate Acai

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tropical Rap... Food 1 Food 1 • ZICO RISING, INC Tropical Rapid Hydration Beverage	500g	30.0	12	3.0	2.6	—	—	—
Pomegranate ... Food 2 Food 2 • 7-ELEVEN, INC. Pomegranate Acai Flavor Replenish Electrolyte Hydration Beverage	360g	30.0	17	4.2	4.2	—	—	—

Blackout Berry Drink vs Market Basket, Thirst Quencher, Fruit Punch, Fruit Punch

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Blackout Ber... Food 1 Food 1 • BODY ARMOR NUTRITION, LLC Blackout Berry Drink	236g	36.0	30	7.6	7.6	—	—	—
Market Baske... Food 2 Food 2 • MARKET BASKET INC. Market Basket, Thirst Quencher, Fruit Punch, Fruit Punch	240g	28.0	21	5.8	5.8	—	—	—

Thirst Quencher, Orange vs Strawberry Raspberry Thirst Quencher Concentrate Pods, Strawberry Raspberry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Thirst Quenc... Food 1 Food 1 • MARKET BASKET INC. Thirst Quencher, Orange	240g	28.0	21	5.8	5.8	—	—	—
Strawberry R... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Strawberry Raspberry Thirst Quencher Concentrate Pods	38g	42.0	237	55.3	55.3	—	—	—

Original Energy Drink vs Cool Blue Thirst Quencher, Cool Blue

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Original Ene... Food 1 Food 1 • MONSTER ENERGY COMPANY Original Energy Drink	2160g	88.1	8	2.0	1.9	—	—	—
Cool Blue Th... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Cool Blue Thirst Quencher	591g	72.0	24	6.1	5.8	—	—	—

Lemon Lime Thirst Quencher Sports Drink, Lemon Lime vs Strawberry Raspberry Thirst Quencher Concentrate Pods, Strawberry Raspberry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lemon Lime T... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Lemon Lime Thirst Quencher Sports Drink	591g	72.0	24	6.1	5.8	—	—	—
Strawberry R... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Strawberry Raspberry Thirst Quencher Concentrate Pods	38g	42.0	237	55.3	55.3	—	—	—

Market Basket, Thirst Quencher, Fruit Punch, Fruit Punch vs Fruit Punch Sports Drink, Fruit Punch

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Market Baske... Food 1 Food 1 • MARKET BASKET INC. Market Basket, Thirst Quencher, Fruit Punch, Fruit Punch	240g	28.0	21	5.8	5.8	—	—	—
Fruit Punch ... Food 2 Food 2 • BODY ARMOR NUTRITION, LLC Fruit Punch Sports Drink	236g	36.0	30	7.6	7.6	—	—	—

Thirst Quencher, Tropical Mango, Strawberry Watermelon, Citrus Cooler vs Lime Cucumber Thirst Quencher Sports Drink, Lime; Cucumber

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Thirst Quenc... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Thirst Quencher, Tropical Mango, Strawberry Watermelon, Citrus Cooler	591g	68.0	22	5.8	5.8	—	—	—
Lime Cucumbe... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Lime Cucumber Thirst Quencher Sports Drink, Lime; Cucumber	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—

Pomegranate Energy Drink, Pomegranate vs Strawberry Kiwi Electrolyte Beverage, Strawberry Kiwi

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pomegranate ... Food 1 Food 1 • RED BULL NORTH AMERICA, INC. Pomegranate Energy Drink	250g	56.0	44	11.2	10.4	—	—	—
Strawberry K... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Strawberry Kiwi Electrolyte Beverage	591g	28.0	8	2.4	2.0	—	—	—

Watermelon Strawberry Wave Flavored Sports Drink, Watermelon Strawberry Wave vs Good Livin', Thirst Quencher, Fruit Punch, Fruit Punch

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Watermelon S... Food 1 Food 1 • COCA-COLA USA OPERATIONS Watermelon Strawberry Wave Flavored Sports Drink	360g	42.0	22	5.8	5.8	—	—	—
Good Livin',... Food 2 Food 2 • MAPCO EXPRESS Good Livin', Thirst Quencher, Fruit Punch, Fruit Punch	240g	28.0	25	5.8	5.4	—	—	—

Melon Bold & Intense Thirst Quencher, Melon vs Strawberry Lemonade Thirst Quencher, Strawberry; Lemonade

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Melon Bold &... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Melon Bold & Intense Thirst Quencher	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—
Strawberry L... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Strawberry Lemonade Thirst Quencher, Strawberry; Lemonade	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—

Strawberry Banana Sports Drink, Strawberry; Banana vs Green Apple Bold & Intense Thirst Quencher, Green Apple

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Strawberry B... Food 1 Food 1 • AMERICAN GOURMET FOODS LLC. Strawberry Banana Sports Drink, Strawberry; Banana	591g	70.0	25	5.9	5.9	—	—	—
Green Apple ... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Green Apple Bold & Intense Thirst Quencher	591g	72.0	24	6.1	5.8	—	—	—

Roar, Performance Sport Drink, Cotton Candy, Cotton Candy vs Chocolate Nutrition Shake, Chocolate

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Roar, Perfor... Food 1 Food 1 • ROAR BEVERAGES LLC Roar, Performance Sport Drink, Cotton Candy, Cotton Candy	240g	28.0	21	5.8	5.4	—	—	—
Chocolate Nu... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Chocolate Nutrition Shake	330g	100.0	109	16.4	10.3	0.6	2.4	6.1

Sports Drink With Vitamins B3, B6 & B12, Strawberry Lemonade vs Glacier Freeze Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher, Glacier Freeze

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sports Drink... Food 1 Food 1 • COCA-COLA USA OPERATIONS Sports Drink With Vitamins B3, B6 & B12, Strawberry Lemonade	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—
Glacier Free... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Glacier Freeze Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher	591g	72.0	24	6.1	5.8	—	—	—

Glacier Freeze Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher, Glacier Freeze vs Badger Max, Sports Drink, Fruit Punch, Fruit Punch

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Glacier Free... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Glacier Freeze Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—
Badger Max, ... Food 2 Food 2 • ESSENTAILS STUDIO Badger Max, Sports Drink, Fruit Punch, Fruit Punch	240g	28.0	21	5.8	5.8	—	—	—

Mixed Berry Flavored Antioxidant Hydration With Electrolytes, Mixed Berry vs Member's Mark, Sports Drink, Lemon Lime, Lemon Lime

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mixed Berry ... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Mixed Berry Flavored Antioxidant Hydration With Electrolytes	500g	40.0	16	4.0	3.8	—	—	—
Member's Mar... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Member's Mark, Sports Drink, Lemon Lime, Lemon Lime	355g	44.0	25	6.2	5.9	—	—	—

Chocolate Nutrition Shake, Chocolate vs Orange Flavored Thirst Quencher, Orange

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chocolate Nu... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Chocolate Nutrition Shake	330g	100.0	109	16.4	10.3	0.6	2.4	6.1
Orange Flavo... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Orange Flavored Thirst Quencher	500g	62.0	24	6.2	5.8	—	—	—

Thirst Quencher, Orange vs Mixed Berry Flavor Thirst Quencher, Mixed Berry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Thirst Quenc... Food 1 Food 1 • MARKET BASKET INC. Thirst Quencher, Orange	240g	28.0	21	5.8	5.8	—	—	—
Mixed Berry ... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Mixed Berry Flavor Thirst Quencher	500g	60.0	24	6.0	5.8	—	—	—

Golazo, Hydratiion, Replenishing Electrolyte Drink, Mandarin, Mandarin vs Powerade Fruit Punch Bottle, 28 Fl Oz, Fruit Punch

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Golazo, Hydr... Food 1 Food 1 • OLIVE EMPIRE, LLC Golazo, Hydratiion, Replenishing Electrolyte Drink, Mandarin, Mandarin	591g	66.0	22	5.6	5.6	—	—	—
Powerade Fru... Food 2 Food 2 • COCA-COLA USA OPERATIONS Powerade Fruit Punch Bottle, 28 Fl Oz, Fruit Punch	360g	42.0	22	5.8	5.8	—	—	—

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