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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Superior Hydration Superdrink, Tropical Punch vs Tropical Mango Sports Drink, Tropical Mango

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Superior Hyd... Food 1 Food 1 • BODY ARMOR NUTRITION, LLC Superior Hydration Superdrink, Tropical Punch	236g	36.0	30	7.6	7.6	—	—	—
Tropical Man... Food 2 Food 2 • COCA-COLA USA OPERATIONS Tropical Mango Sports Drink	360g	42.0	22	5.8	5.8	—	—	—

Citrus Cooler Flavored Thirst Quencher, Citrus Cooler vs Vitamin Hydration Drink, Citrus Plunge

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Citrus Coole... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Citrus Cooler Flavored Thirst Quencher	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—
Vitamin Hydr... Food 2 Food 2 • ARCADIA FARMS, LLC Vitamin Hydration Drink, Citrus Plunge	240g	20.0	17	4.2	2.1	—	—	—

Watermelon Strawberry Superdrink, Watermelon Strawberry vs Orange Sports Drink, Orange

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Watermelon S... Food 1 Food 1 • BODY ARMOR NUTRITION, LLC Watermelon Strawberry Superdrink	236g	36.0	30	7.6	7.6	—	—	—
Orange Sport... Food 2 Food 2 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Orange Sports Drink	591g	10.8	22	5.4	5.3	—	1.2	—

Orange Sports Drink, Orange vs Superior Hydration Superdrink, Tropical Punch

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Orange Sport... Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Orange Sports Drink	591g	10.8	22	5.4	5.3	—	1.2	—
Superior Hyd... Food 2 Food 2 • BODY ARMOR NUTRITION, LLC Superior Hydration Superdrink, Tropical Punch	236g	36.0	30	7.6	7.6	—	—	—

Lime Cucumber Electrolyte Beverage, Lime Cucumber vs Cool Blue Thirst Quencher, Cool Blue

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lime Cucumbe... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Lime Cucumber Electrolyte Beverage	591g	30.0	8	2.5	2.0	—	—	—
Cool Blue Th... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Cool Blue Thirst Quencher	500g	62.0	24	6.2	5.8	—	—	—

Green Rush Sport Drink, Lemon Lime Cherry vs Summit Storm Thirst Quencher, Summit Storm

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Green Rush S... Food 1 Food 1 • ROAR BEVERAGES LLC Green Rush Sport Drink, Lemon Lime Cherry	240g	28.0	21	5.8	5.4	—	—	—
Summit Storm... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Summit Storm Thirst Quencher	355g	42.0	23	5.9	5.9	—	—	—

Badger Max, Sport Drink, Orange vs Thirst Quencher Concentrate Glacier Freeze Pods

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Badger Max, ... Food 1 Food 1 • BADGER MAX, INC. Badger Max, Sport Drink, Orange	240g	28.0	21	5.8	5.4	—	—	—
Thirst Quenc... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Thirst Quencher Concentrate Glacier Freeze Pods	38g	40.0	211	52.6	52.6	—	—	—

Strawberry Nutrition Shake, Strawberry vs Blueberry Pomegranate Lyte Superdrink, Blueberry Pomegranate

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Strawberry N... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Strawberry Nutrition Shake	330g	100.0	112	16.7	8.8	0.3	2.4	6.1
Blueberry Po... Food 2 Food 2 • BODY ARMOR NUTRITION, LLC Blueberry Pomegranate Lyte Superdrink	236g	20.0	8	4.2	1.3	—	—	—

Riptide Rush Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher, Riptide Rush vs Performance Sports Drink, Orange

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Riptide Rush... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Riptide Rush Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher	355g	44.0	23	6.2	5.9	—	—	—
Performance ... Food 2 Food 2 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Performance Sports Drink, Orange	591g	24.0	8	2.0	2.0	—	—	—

Fire Sports Drink, Cherry Berry vs Arctic Blitz Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher, Arctic Blitz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fire Sports ... Food 1 Food 1 • SHERIL ANN'S Fire Sports Drink, Cherry Berry	355g	24.0	10	3.4	2.3	—	—	—
Arctic Blitz... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Arctic Blitz Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—

Summit Storm Thirst Quencher, Summit Storm vs Strawberry Banana Sports Drink, Strawberry; Banana

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Summit Storm... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Summit Storm Thirst Quencher	355g	42.0	23	5.9	5.9	—	—	—
Strawberry B... Food 2 Food 2 • AMERICAN GOURMET FOODS LLC. Strawberry Banana Sports Drink, Strawberry; Banana	591g	70.0	25	5.9	5.9	—	—	—

Perform, Tropical Blend Flavored Low Calorie Thirst Quencher, Tropical Blend vs Strawberry Kiwi Flavored Thirst Quencher, Strawberry Kiwi

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Perform, Tro... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Perform, Tropical Blend Flavored Low Calorie Thirst Quencher, Tropical Blend	591g	24.0	8	2.0	2.0	—	—	—
Strawberry K... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Strawberry Kiwi Flavored Thirst Quencher	360g	42.0	22	5.8	5.8	—	—	—

Watermelon Energy Drink, Watermelon vs Cascade Crash Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher, Cascade Crash

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Watermelon E... Food 1 Food 1 • RED BULL NORTH AMERICA, INC. Watermelon Energy Drink	250g	56.0	44	11.2	10.8	—	—	—
Cascade Cras... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Cascade Crash Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—

Fruit Punch Sport Electrolyte Beverage, Fruit Punch vs Citrus Crash Flavored Smooth Finish Thirst Quencher, Citrus Crash

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fruit Punch ... Food 1 Food 1 • SANTA FE PRO MUSICA, INC. Fruit Punch Sport Electrolyte Beverage	360g	46.0	25	6.4	6.1	—	—	—
Citrus Crash... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Citrus Crash Flavored Smooth Finish Thirst Quencher	355g	42.0	23	5.9	5.9	—	—	—

Fruit Punch Flavored Sports Drink, Fruit Punch vs Cool Blue Thirst Quencher, Cool Blue

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fruit Punch ... Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Fruit Punch Flavored Sports Drink	591g	64.0	22	5.4	5.3	—	—	—
Cool Blue Th... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Cool Blue Thirst Quencher	355g	44.0	23	6.2	5.9	—	—	—

Citrus Swish Flavored Thirst Quencher, Citrus Swish vs Strawberry Thirst Quencher, Strawberry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Citrus Swish... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Citrus Swish Flavored Thirst Quencher	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—
Strawberry T... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Strawberry Thirst Quencher	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—

Fruit Punch Thirst Quencher, Fruit Punch vs Sports Drink, Black Cherry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fruit Punch ... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Fruit Punch Thirst Quencher	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—
Sports Drink... Food 2 Food 2 • ALL MARKET INC. Sports Drink, Black Cherry	236g	24.0	21	5.1	4.2	—	—	—

Lemon Lime Endurance Formula Thirst Quencher, Lemon Lime vs Cascade Crash Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher, Cascade Crash

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lemon Lime E... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Lemon Lime Endurance Formula Thirst Quencher	360g	44.0	25	6.1	3.6	—	—	—
Cascade Cras... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Cascade Crash Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher	360g	44.0	22	6.1	5.8	—	—	—

Strawberry Kiwi Electrolyte Beverage, Strawberry Kiwi vs Lemon Lime + Strawberry Flavored Bold & Intense Thirst Quencher, Lemon Lime + Strawberry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Strawberry K... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Strawberry Kiwi Electrolyte Beverage	591g	28.0	8	2.4	2.0	—	—	—
Lemon Lime +... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO./GATORADE-VAN CAMP Lemon Lime + Strawberry Flavored Bold & Intense Thirst Quencher	500g	62.0	24	6.2	5.8	—	—	—

Guava Splash Flavored Replenish Electrolyte Hydration Beverage, Guava Splash vs Watermelon Strawberry Wave Flavored Sports Drink, Watermelon Strawberry Wave

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Guava Splash... Food 1 Food 1 • 7-ELEVEN, INC. Guava Splash Flavored Replenish Electrolyte Hydration Beverage	355g	30.0	17	4.2	4.2	—	—	—
Watermelon S... Food 2 Food 2 • COCA-COLA USA OPERATIONS Watermelon Strawberry Wave Flavored Sports Drink	360g	42.0	22	5.8	5.8	—	—	—

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