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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Pineapple Coconut Superdrink, Pineapple Coconut vs Lime Cucumber Thirst Quencher Sports Drink, Lime; Cucumber

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pineapple Co... Food 1 Food 1 • BODY ARMOR NUTRITION, LLC Pineapple Coconut Superdrink	236g	36.0	30	7.6	7.6	—	—	—
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	—	—	—

Blue Raspberry Cherry Sports Drink, Blue Raspberry Cherry vs Orange Flavored Thirst Quencher Sports Drink, Orange

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Blue Raspber... Food 1 Food 1 • COCA-COLA USA OPERATIONS Blue Raspberry Cherry Sports Drink	360g	42.0	22	5.8	5.8	—	—	—
Orange Flavo... Food 2 Food 2 • SMART & FINAL IRIS CORPORATION Orange Flavored Thirst Quencher Sports Drink	591g	76.0	25	6.4	6.1	—	—	—

Fruit Punch Sports Drink, Fruit Punch vs Roar, Sports Drink, Blue Raspberry, Blue Raspberry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fruit Punch ... Food 1 Food 1 • COCA-COLA USA OPERATIONS Fruit Punch Sports Drink	355g	42.0	23	5.9	5.6	—	—	—
Roar, Sports... Food 2 Food 2 • ROAR BEVERAGES LLC Roar, Sports Drink, Blue Raspberry, Blue Raspberry	240g	28.0	21	5.8	5.4	—	—	—

Tropical Punch Thirst Quencher, Tropical Punch vs Blue Raspberry Sports Drink, Blue Raspberry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tropical Pun... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Tropical Punch Thirst Quencher	360g	46.0	25	6.4	5.8	—	—	—
Blue Raspber... Food 2 Food 2 • BODY ARMOR NUTRITION, LLC Blue Raspberry Sports Drink	355g	42.0	25	5.9	5.9	—	—	—

Peach Mango Flavored Restore Hydration With Electrolytes, Peach Mango vs Electrolytes Apple Pear Naturally Flavored Restore Hydration, Peach; Mango

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Peach Mango ... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Peach Mango Flavored Restore Hydration With Electrolytes	500g	21.9	16	2.2	1.8	—	—	2.0
Electrolytes... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Electrolytes Apple Pear Naturally Flavored Restore Hydration, Peach; Mango	500g	21.9	16	2.2	1.8	—	—	2.0

Glacier Cherry Thirst Quencher Concentrate Pods, Glacier Cherry vs Lime Cucumber Electrolyte Beverage, Lime Cucumber

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Glacier Cher... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Glacier Cherry Thirst Quencher Concentrate Pods	38g	42.0	211	55.3	55.3	—	—	—
Lime Cucumbe... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Lime Cucumber Electrolyte Beverage	591g	30.0	8	2.5	2.0	—	—	—

Passion Fruit Flavored Thirst Quencher, Passion Fruit vs Aussie Lemonade Style Energy + Juice

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Passion Frui... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Passion Fruit Flavored Thirst Quencher	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—
Aussie Lemon... Food 2 Food 2 • MONSTER ENERGY COMPANY Aussie Lemonade Style Energy + Juice	473g	100.0	40	10.6	9.7	—	—	—

Rush Sports Drink, Blue Raspberry vs Fire Sports Drink, Cherry Berry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Rush Sports ... Food 1 Food 1 • SHERIL ANN'S Rush Sports Drink, Blue Raspberry	591g	37.9	10	3.2	2.2	—	—	—
Fire Sports ... Food 2 Food 2 • SHERIL ANN'S Fire Sports Drink, Cherry Berry	355g	24.0	10	3.4	2.3	—	—	—

Gatorade End Zone Berry 32 Oz 12 Ct, Berry vs Citrus Passionfruit Flavored Sports Drink, Citrus Passionfruit

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Gatorade En... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Gatorade End Zone Berry 32 Oz 12 Ct, Berry	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—
Citrus Passi... Food 2 Food 2 • COCA-COLA USA OPERATIONS Citrus Passionfruit Flavored Sports Drink	360g	42.0	22	5.8	5.8	—	—	—

Grape Blast Flavored Electrolytes And Water Beverage, Grape Blast vs Passion Fruit Flavored Thirst Quencher, Passion Fruit

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Grape Blast ... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Grape Blast Flavored Electrolytes And Water Beverage	354g	32.0	17	4.5	4.2	—	—	—
Passion Frui... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Passion Fruit Flavored Thirst Quencher	500g	60.0	24	6.0	5.8	—	—	—

Twisted Blackberry Sports Drink, Blackberry Cherry vs Tidal Punch Flavored Smooth Finish Thirst Quencher, Tidal Punch

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Twisted Blac... Food 1 Food 1 • COCA-COLA USA OPERATIONS Twisted Blackberry Sports Drink, Blackberry Cherry	360g	42.0	22	5.8	5.8	—	—	—
Tidal Punch ... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Tidal Punch Flavored Smooth Finish Thirst Quencher	360g	42.0	22	5.8	5.8	—	—	—

Tropical Mango Flavored Sports Drink, Tropical Mango vs Mango Electrolyte Beverage, Mango

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tropical Man... Food 1 Food 1 • COCA-COLA USA OPERATIONS Tropical Mango Flavored Sports Drink	360g	42.0	22	5.8	5.8	—	—	—
Mango Electr... Food 2 Food 2 • GS1 MEXICO Mango Electrolyte Beverage	360g	36.0	19	5.0	5.0	—	—	—

Lime Flavored Carb Energy Drink, Lime vs Blue Raspberry Cherry Sports Drink, Raspberry; Cherry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lime Flavore... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Lime Flavored Carb Energy Drink	118g	60.0	102	25.4	21.2	—	—	—
Blue Raspber... Food 2 Food 2 • COCA-COLA USA OPERATIONS Blue Raspberry Cherry Sports Drink, Raspberry; Cherry	360g	42.0	22	5.8	5.8	—	—	—

Tropical Punch Sports Drink, Tropical Punch vs Red Bull Energy Drink, 12 Fl Oz, 4 Count

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tropical Pun... Food 1 Food 1 • BODY ARMOR NUTRITION, LLC Tropical Punch Sports Drink	355g	42.0	25	5.9	5.9	—	—	—
Red Bull Ene... Food 2 Food 2 • RED BULL NORTH AMERICA, INC. Red Bull Energy Drink, 12 Fl Oz, 4 Count	355g	80.0	45	11.3	11.0	—	—	0.3

Fruit Punch + Berry Bold & Intense Thirst Quencher, Fruit Punch + Berry vs Sports Drink, Berry Blast

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fruit Punch ... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Fruit Punch + Berry Bold & Intense Thirst Quencher	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—
Sports Drink... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Sports Drink, Berry Blast	355g	44.0	25	6.2	5.9	—	—	—

Sports Drink With Vitamins B3, B6 & B12, Mountain Berry Blast vs Fruit Punch Flavor Thirst Quencher, Fruit Punch

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, Mountain Berry Blast	355g	42.0	23	5.9	5.6	—	—	—
Fruit Punch ... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Fruit Punch Flavor Thirst Quencher	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—

Fruit Punch Flavored Sport Drink, Fruit Punch vs Invigorade, Endurance Sports Drink, Orange, Mango, Orange, Mango

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fruit Punch ... Food 1 Food 1 • COSTCO COMPANIES INC. Fruit Punch Flavored Sport Drink	591g	74.0	25	6.3	5.9	—	—	—
Invigorade, ... Food 2 Food 2 • GEOMETRICAL, INC. Invigorade, Endurance Sports Drink, Orange, Mango, Orange, Mango	240g	32.0	25	6.7	3.8	—	—	—

Powerade Mountain Berry Blast Bottle, 28 Fl Oz, Berry vs Mango Flavored Thirst Quencher, Mango

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Powerade Mou... Food 1 Food 1 • COCA-COLA USA OPERATIONS Powerade Mountain Berry Blast Bottle, 28 Fl Oz, Berry	360g	42.0	22	5.8	5.8	—	—	—
Mango Flavor... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Mango Flavored Thirst Quencher	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—

Strawberry Watermelon Flavored Thirst Quencher, Strawberry Watermelon vs Fire Sports Drink, Cherry Berry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Strawberry W... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Strawberry Watermelon Flavored Thirst Quencher	591g	72.0	24	6.1	5.9	—	—	—
Fire Sports ... Food 2 Food 2 • SHERIL ANN'S Fire Sports Drink, Cherry Berry	355g	24.0	10	3.4	2.3	—	—	—

Maximum Velocity Power Performance Sports Drink, Lemon Lime vs Hoist, Perfectly Isotonic Drink, Dragonfruit, Dragonfruit

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Maximum Velo... Food 1 Food 1 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Maximum Velocity Power Performance Sports Drink, Lemon Lime	591g	68.0	22	5.8	5.8	—	—	—
Hoist, Perfe... Food 2 Food 2 • QCK, LLC Hoist, Perfectly Isotonic Drink, Dragonfruit, Dragonfruit	500g	36.0	14	3.6	2.8	—	—	—

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