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 88,695 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	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Save to Collection Amazon	WHEAT-MONTANA FARMS, INC. Flours & Corn Meal Premium 100% Whole Whe... Premium 100% Whole Wheat Flour Premium 100% Whole Wheat Flour WHEAT-MONTANA FARMS, INC. Flours & Corn Meal Premium 100% Whole Wheat Flour Premium 100% Whole Wheat Flour Premium 100% Whole Wheat Flour	38.0g	42.43	120	28.0g	1.0g	6.0g	1.0g	6.0g
Premium 100% Whole Wheat Flour Brand: WHEAT MONTANA Category: FLOURS & CORN MEAL Serving: 38.0g BSI 42.43 Carbs 28.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 6.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 6.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	DANONE US, LLC Yogurt Chocolate Caramel Pret... Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Flavor Vanilla With Salted Caramel, Pretzels & Dark Chocolate Crunch Greek Nonfat Yogurt & Toppings, Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Flavor Vanilla With Salted Caramel, Pretzels & Dark Chocolate Crunch Greek Nonfat Yogurt & Toppings, Chocolate Caramel Pretzel DANONE US, LLC Yogurt Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Flavor Vani... Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Flavor Vanilla With Salted Caramel, Pretzels & Dark Chocolate Crunch Greek Nonfat Yogurt & Toppings, Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Flavor Vanilla With Salted Caramel, Pretzels & Dark Chocolate Crunch Greek Nonfat Yogurt & Toppings, Chocolate Caramel Pretzel	141.0g	55.01	171	28.0g	23.0g	0.0g	2.0g	11.0g
Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Flavor Vanilla With Salted Caramel, Pretzels & Dark Chocolate Crunch Greek Nonfat Yogurt & Toppings, Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Brand: OIKOS Category: YOGURT Serving: 141.0g BSI 55.01 Carbs 28.0g Sugar 23.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 2.0g Protein 11.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Prod... Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow	56.0g	77.75	200	42.0g	1.0g	2.0g	1.0g	7.0g
Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Brand: CREAMETTE Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 77.75 Carbs 42.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 7.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Prod... Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Macaroni Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Macaroni RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Maca... Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Macaroni Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Macaroni	56.0g	77.75	200	42.0g	1.0g	2.0g	1.0g	7.0g
Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Macaroni Brand: CREAMETTE Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 77.75 Carbs 42.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 7.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Prod... Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow	56.0g	77.75	200	42.0g	1.0g	2.0g	1.0g	7.0g
Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Brand: SAN GIORGIO Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 77.75 Carbs 42.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 7.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Tomato And Sp... Enriched Tomato And Spinach Macaroni Product, Tricolor Rotini No.72 Enriched Tomato And Spinach Macaroni Product, Tricolor Rotini No.72 RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Tomato And Spinach Macaroni ... Enriched Tomato And Spinach Macaroni Product, Tricolor Rotini No.72 Enriched Tomato And Spinach Macaroni Product, Tricolor Rotini No.72	56.0g	75.8	200	41.0g	2.0g	2.0g	1.0g	7.0g
Enriched Tomato And Spinach Macaroni Product, Tricolor Rotini No.72 Brand: SAN GIORGIO Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 75.8 Carbs 41.0g Sugar 2.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 7.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Prod... Enriched Macaroni Product, Acini Di Pepe No. 44 Enriched Macaroni Product, Acini Di Pepe No. 44 RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Product, Acini Di P... Enriched Macaroni Product, Acini Di Pepe No. 44 Enriched Macaroni Product, Acini Di Pepe No. 44	56.0g	77.75	200	42.0g	1.0g	2.0g	1.0g	7.0g
Enriched Macaroni Product, Acini Di Pepe No. 44 Brand: RONZONI Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 77.75 Carbs 42.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 7.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta Dinners Macaroni & Cheese Dinn... Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Mac & Cheese Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Mac & Cheese RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta Dinners Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Mac & Cheese Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Mac & Cheese Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Mac & Cheese	70.0g	89.28	280	48.0g	6.0g	2.0g	1.5g	9.0g
Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Mac & Cheese Brand: WACKY MAC Category: PASTA DINNERS Serving: 70.0g BSI 89.28 Carbs 48.0g Sugar 6.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 1.5g Protein 9.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Prod... Enriched Macaroni Product, Small Shells Enriched Macaroni Product, Small Shells RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Product, Small Shells Enriched Macaroni Product, Small Shells Enriched Macaroni Product, Small Shells	56.0g	77.75	200	42.0g	1.0g	2.0g	1.0g	7.0g
Enriched Macaroni Product, Small Shells Brand: PRINCE Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 77.75 Carbs 42.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 7.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Rotelle No. 124 Rotelle No. 124 Rotelle No. 124 RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Rotelle No. 124 Rotelle No. 124 Rotelle No. 124	56.0g	77.75	200	42.0g	1.0g	2.0g	1.0g	7.0g
Rotelle No. 124 Brand: RONZONI Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 77.75 Carbs 42.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 7.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Prod... Enriched Macaroni Product, Lasagna No. 79 Enriched Macaroni Product, Lasagna No. 79 RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Product, Lasagna No... Enriched Macaroni Product, Lasagna No. 79 Enriched Macaroni Product, Lasagna No. 79	56.0g	77.75	200	42.0g	1.0g	2.0g	1.0g	7.0g
Enriched Macaroni Product, Lasagna No. 79 Brand: SAN GIORGIO Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 77.75 Carbs 42.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 7.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Prod... Enriched Macaroni Product, Oven Ready Elbows Enriched Macaroni Product, Oven Ready Elbows RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Product, Oven Ready... Enriched Macaroni Product, Oven Ready Elbows Enriched Macaroni Product, Oven Ready Elbows	56.0g	69.46	200	38.0g	1.0g	2.0g	1.0g	9.0g
Enriched Macaroni Product, Oven Ready Elbows Brand: CREAMETTE Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 69.46 Carbs 38.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 9.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Prod... Enriched Macaroni Product, Spaghetti No. 8 Enriched Macaroni Product, Spaghetti No. 8 RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Product, Spaghetti ... Enriched Macaroni Product, Spaghetti No. 8 Enriched Macaroni Product, Spaghetti No. 8	56.0g	81.9	200	42.0g	1.0g	0.0g	0.0g	7.0g
Enriched Macaroni Product, Spaghetti No. 8 Brand: SAN GIORGIO Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 81.9 Carbs 42.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 0.0g Protein 7.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Prod... Enriched Macaroni Products, Elbows Enriched Macaroni Products, Elbows RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Products, Elbows Enriched Macaroni Products, Elbows Enriched Macaroni Products, Elbows	56.0g	68.09	200	40.0g	1.0g	5.0g	1.0g	7.0g
Enriched Macaroni Products, Elbows Brand: RONZONI Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 68.09 Carbs 40.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 5.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 7.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Prod... Enriched Macaroni Product, Rotini Enriched Macaroni Product, Rotini RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Product, Rotini Enriched Macaroni Product, Rotini Enriched Macaroni Product, Rotini	56.0g	77.75	200	42.0g	1.0g	2.0g	1.0g	7.0g
Enriched Macaroni Product, Rotini Brand: CREAMETTE Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 77.75 Carbs 42.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 7.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION Other Deli Sweet Chicken Teriyaki... Sweet Chicken Teriyaki White Chicken Strips In Sweet Teriyaki Sauce, Sweet Chicken Teriyaki Sweet Chicken Teriyaki White Chicken Strips In Sweet Teriyaki Sauce, Sweet Chicken Teriyaki HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION Other Deli Sweet Chicken Teriyaki White Chicken ... Sweet Chicken Teriyaki White Chicken Strips In Sweet Teriyaki Sauce, Sweet Chicken Teriyaki Sweet Chicken Teriyaki White Chicken Strips In Sweet Teriyaki Sauce, Sweet Chicken Teriyaki	126.0g	48.66	180	25.0g	23.0g	0.0g	2.5g	15.0g
Sweet Chicken Teriyaki White Chicken Strips In Sweet Teriyaki Sauce, Sweet Chicken Teriyaki Brand: HORMEL Category: OTHER DELI Serving: 126.0g BSI 48.66 Carbs 25.0g Sugar 23.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 2.5g Protein 15.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	OLD WISCONSIN FOOD PRODUCTS Other Snacks Honey Brown Sugar Turk... Honey Brown Sugar Turkey Sausage Snack Sticks, Honey Brown Sugar Turkey Honey Brown Sugar Turkey Sausage Snack Sticks, Honey Brown Sugar Turkey OLD WISCONSIN FOOD PRODUCTS Other Snacks Honey Brown Sugar Turkey Sausage Snac... Honey Brown Sugar Turkey Sausage Snack Sticks, Honey Brown Sugar Turkey Honey Brown Sugar Turkey Sausage Snack Sticks, Honey Brown Sugar Turkey	16.0g	5.59	50	3.0g	3.0g	0.0g	2.0g	4.0g
Honey Brown Sugar Turkey Sausage Snack Sticks, Honey Brown Sugar Turkey Brand: OLD WISCONSIN Category: OTHER SNACKS Serving: 16.0g BSI 5.59 Carbs 3.0g Sugar 3.0g Fiber 0.0g Fat 2.0g Protein 4.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Prod... Enriched Macaroni Product, Penne Rigate Enriched Macaroni Product, Penne Rigate RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Product, Penne Rigate Enriched Macaroni Product, Penne Rigate Enriched Macaroni Product, Penne Rigate	56.0g	77.75	200	42.0g	1.0g	2.0g	1.0g	7.0g
Enriched Macaroni Product, Penne Rigate Brand: SAN GIORGIO Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 77.75 Carbs 42.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 7.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Prod... Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Macaroni No. 35 Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Macaroni No. 35 RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Maca... Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Macaroni No. 35 Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Macaroni No. 35	56.0g	77.75	200	42.0g	1.0g	2.0g	1.0g	7.0g
Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Macaroni No. 35 Brand: SAN GIORGIO Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 77.75 Carbs 42.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 7.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Prod... Enriched Macaroni Product, Pastina No. 84 Enriched Macaroni Product, Pastina No. 84 RIVIANA FOODS INC. Pasta By Shape & Type Enriched Macaroni Product, Pastina No... Enriched Macaroni Product, Pastina No. 84 Enriched Macaroni Product, Pastina No. 84	56.0g	77.75	200	42.0g	1.0g	2.0g	1.0g	7.0g
Enriched Macaroni Product, Pastina No. 84 Brand: SAN GIORGIO Category: PASTA BY SHAPE & TYPE Serving: 56.0g BSI 77.75 Carbs 42.0g Sugar 1.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 1.0g Protein 7.0g

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

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

Premium 100% Whole Wheat Flour

Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Flavor Vanilla With Salted Caramel, Pretzels & Dark Chocolate Crunch Greek Nonfat Yogurt & Toppings, Chocolate Caramel Pretzel

Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow

Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Macaroni

Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow

Enriched Tomato And Spinach Macaroni Product, Tricolor Rotini No.72

Enriched Macaroni Product, Acini Di Pepe No. 44

Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Mac & Cheese

Enriched Macaroni Product, Small Shells

Rotelle No. 124

Enriched Macaroni Product, Lasagna No. 79

Enriched Macaroni Product, Oven Ready Elbows

Enriched Macaroni Product, Spaghetti No. 8

Enriched Macaroni Products, Elbows

Enriched Macaroni Product, Rotini

Sweet Chicken Teriyaki White Chicken Strips In Sweet Teriyaki Sauce, Sweet Chicken Teriyaki

Honey Brown Sugar Turkey Sausage Snack Sticks, Honey Brown Sugar Turkey

Enriched Macaroni Product, Penne Rigate

Enriched Macaroni Product, Elbow Macaroni No. 35

Enriched Macaroni Product, Pastina No. 84