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	Proteinplus Bar Post Foods, Llc Proteinplus Bar BSI: 51.49 - High Impact Ingredients: 24 Snack, Energy & Granola Bars Branded Proteinplus Bar Post Foods, Llc Proteinplus Bar BSI: 51.49 - High Impact Ingredients: 24 Snack, Energy & Granola Bars Branded	65.0g	51.49	24	30.0g	2.0g	8.0g	20.0g	20.0g	270
Proteinplus Bar Brand: Post Foods, Llc Category: Snack, Energy & Granola Bars Serving: 65.0g BSI 51.49 Carbs 30.0g Sugar 20.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 8.0g Protein 20.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Fudge Bar In Milk Choc... Nestle Usa Inc. Fudge Bar In Milk Chocolate BSI: 59.23 - High Impact Ingredients: 18 Chocolate Branded Fudge Bar In Milk Chocolate Nestle Usa Inc. Fudge Bar In Milk Chocolate BSI: 59.23 - High Impact Ingredients: 18 Chocolate Branded	51.0g	59.23	18	32.0g	1.0g	11.0g	3.0g	22.0g	240
Fudge Bar In Milk Chocolate Brand: Nestle Usa Inc. Category: Chocolate Serving: 51.0g BSI 59.23 Carbs 32.0g Sugar 22.0g Fiber 1.0g Fat 11.0g Protein 3.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Spaghetti With Marinar... Fresh Finds Fresh Finds, Spaghetti With... BSI: 61.66 - High Impact Ingredients: 25 Entrees, Sides & Small Meals Branded Spaghetti With Marinara Sauce Fresh Finds Fresh Finds, Spaghetti With... BSI: 61.66 - High Impact Ingredients: 25 Entrees, Sides & Small Meals Branded	283.0g	61.66	25	35.0g	4.0g	2.5g	8.0g	11.0g	190
Spaghetti With Marinara Sauce Brand: Fresh Finds Category: Entrees, Sides & Small Meals Serving: 283.0g BSI 61.66 Carbs 35.0g Sugar 11.0g Fiber 4.0g Fat 2.5g Protein 8.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Milk Chocolate Peanut ... Reese's Milk Chocolate Peanut Butte... BSI: 39.37 - High Impact Ingredients: 2 Candy Branded Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs Reese's Milk Chocolate Peanut Butte... BSI: 39.37 - High Impact Ingredients: 2 Candy Branded	38.0g	39.37	2	22.0g	1.0g	12.0g	3.0g	20.0g	200
Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs Brand: Reese's Category: Candy Serving: 38.0g BSI 39.37 Carbs 22.0g Sugar 20.0g Fiber 1.0g Fat 12.0g Protein 3.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Annies Hmgrwn Org Bunn... General Mills Sales Inc. Annies Hmgrwn Org Bunny Gra... BSI: 40.51 - High Impact Ingredients: 21 Biscuits/Cookies (Shelf Stable) Branded Annies Hmgrwn Org Bunny Grahams Bkd G... General Mills Sales Inc. Annies Hmgrwn Org Bunny Gra... BSI: 40.51 - High Impact Ingredients: 21 Biscuits/Cookies (Shelf Stable) Branded	30.0g	40.51	21	22.0g	1.0g	4.5g	2.0g	7.0g	130
Annies Hmgrwn Org Bunny Grahams Bkd Graham Sncks Choc Chip Brand: General Mills Sales Inc. Category: Biscuits/Cookies (Shelf Stable) Serving: 30.0g BSI 40.51 Carbs 22.0g Sugar 7.0g Fiber 1.0g Fat 4.5g Protein 2.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Organic Oatmeal Superf... Dr. Mcdougall's Right Foods, Inc. Organic Oatmeal Superfood H... BSI: 87.66 - High Impact Ingredients: 11 Cereal Branded Organic Oatmeal Superfood Hot Cereal Dr. Mcdougall's Right Foods, Inc. Organic Oatmeal Superfood H... BSI: 87.66 - High Impact Ingredients: 11 Cereal Branded	72.0g	87.66	11	54.0g	9.0g	4.5g	6.0g	20.0g	280
Organic Oatmeal Superfood Hot Cereal Brand: Dr. Mcdougall's Right Foods, Inc. Category: Cereal Serving: 72.0g BSI 87.66 Carbs 54.0g Sugar 20.0g Fiber 9.0g Fat 4.5g Protein 6.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Organic Apple Flax Sup... Dr. Mcdougall's Right Foods, Inc. Organic Apple Flax Superfoo... BSI: 79.84 - High Impact Ingredients: 8 Cereal Branded Organic Apple Flax Superfood Hot Cereal Dr. Mcdougall's Right Foods, Inc. Organic Apple Flax Superfoo... BSI: 79.84 - High Impact Ingredients: 8 Cereal Branded	64.0g	79.84	8	48.0g	7.0g	3.5g	6.0g	18.0g	250
Organic Apple Flax Superfood Hot Cereal Brand: Dr. Mcdougall's Right Foods, Inc. Category: Cereal Serving: 64.0g BSI 79.84 Carbs 48.0g Sugar 18.0g Fiber 7.0g Fat 3.5g Protein 6.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Unwrapped Mini White P... Reese's Unwrapped Mini White Peanut... BSI: 37.16 - High Impact Ingredients: 4 Candy Branded Unwrapped Mini White Peanut Butter Cups Reese's Unwrapped Mini White Peanut... BSI: 37.16 - High Impact Ingredients: 4 Candy Branded	39.0g	37.16	4	21.0g	1.0g	13.0g	4.0g	18.0g	210
Unwrapped Mini White Peanut Butter Cups Brand: Reese's Category: Candy Serving: 39.0g BSI 37.16 Carbs 21.0g Sugar 18.0g Fiber 1.0g Fat 13.0g Protein 4.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Almond Butter Krisp Ch... Ethel M Chocolates Ethel M Chocolates, Almond ... BSI: 25.49 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 14 Chocolate Branded Almond Butter Krisp Chocolates Ethel M Chocolates Ethel M Chocolates, Almond ... BSI: 25.49 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 14 Chocolate Branded	41.0g	25.49	14	16.0g	2.0g	19.0g	4.0g	13.0g	250
Almond Butter Krisp Chocolates Brand: Ethel M Chocolates Category: Chocolate Serving: 41.0g BSI 25.49 Carbs 16.0g Sugar 13.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 19.0g Protein 4.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Belgian Milk Chocolate... David's Belgian Milk Chocolate With... BSI: 26.38 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 13 Candy Branded Belgian Milk Chocolate With Maple Sug... David's Belgian Milk Chocolate With... BSI: 26.38 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 13 Candy Branded	25.0g	26.38	13	15.0g	1.0g	7.0g	2.0g	13.0g	130
Belgian Milk Chocolate With Maple Sugar & Rice Crisps Brand: David's Category: Candy Serving: 25.0g BSI 26.38 Carbs 15.0g Sugar 13.0g Fiber 1.0g Fat 7.0g Protein 2.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Deluxe Shells & Aged C... Fresh & Easy Deluxe Shells & Aged Chedda... BSI: 90.33 - High Impact Ingredients: 22 Pasta Dinners Branded Deluxe Shells & Aged Cheddar Cheese S... Fresh & Easy Deluxe Shells & Aged Chedda... BSI: 90.33 - High Impact Ingredients: 22 Pasta Dinners Branded	102.0g	90.33	22	49.0g	2.0g	10.0g	12.0g	3.0g	340
Deluxe Shells & Aged Cheddar Cheese Sauce Brand: Fresh & Easy Category: Pasta Dinners Serving: 102.0g BSI 90.33 Carbs 49.0g Sugar 3.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 10.0g Protein 12.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Jumbo Iced Honey Bun Entenmann's Entenmann's, Jumbo Iced Hon... BSI: 49.75 - High Impact Ingredients: 47 Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries Branded Jumbo Iced Honey Bun Entenmann's Entenmann's, Jumbo Iced Hon... BSI: 49.75 - High Impact Ingredients: 47 Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries Branded	56.0g	49.75	47	27.0g	1.0g	12.0g	3.0g	12.0g	220
Jumbo Iced Honey Bun Brand: Entenmann's Category: Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries Serving: 56.0g BSI 49.75 Carbs 27.0g Sugar 12.0g Fiber 1.0g Fat 12.0g Protein 3.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Lemon Cake Cafe Valley Bakery Lemon Cake BSI: 57.56 - High Impact Ingredients: 42 Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes Branded Lemon Cake Cafe Valley Bakery Lemon Cake BSI: 57.56 - High Impact Ingredients: 42 Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes Branded	57.0g	57.56	42	30.0g	0.2g	10.0g	2.0g	20.0g	220
Lemon Cake Brand: Cafe Valley Bakery Category: Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes Serving: 57.0g BSI 57.56 Carbs 30.0g Sugar 20.0g Fiber 0.2g Fat 10.0g Protein 2.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Chicken Sandwich Advancepierre Foods Inc. Chicken Sandwich BSI: 90.52 - High Impact Ingredients: 63 Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres Branded Chicken Sandwich Advancepierre Foods Inc. Chicken Sandwich BSI: 90.52 - High Impact Ingredients: 63 Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres Branded	142.0g	90.52	63	50.0g	3.0g	14.0g	16.0g	6.0g	391
Chicken Sandwich Brand: Advancepierre Foods Inc. Category: Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres Serving: 142.0g BSI 90.52 Carbs 50.0g Sugar 6.0g Fiber 3.0g Fat 14.0g Protein 16.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Chunky Chocolate Chip ... Shurfine Chunky Chocolate Chip Cookies BSI: 36.18 - High Impact Ingredients: 33 Cookies & Biscuits Branded Chunky Chocolate Chip Cookies Shurfine Chunky Chocolate Chip Cookies BSI: 36.18 - High Impact Ingredients: 33 Cookies & Biscuits Branded	32.0g	36.18	33	20.0g	1.0g	9.0g	1.0g	10.0g	160
Chunky Chocolate Chip Cookies Brand: Shurfine Category: Cookies & Biscuits Serving: 32.0g BSI 36.18 Carbs 20.0g Sugar 10.0g Fiber 1.0g Fat 9.0g Protein 1.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Crisp Wafers Kitkat Crisp Wafers BSI: 49.2 - High Impact Ingredients: 3 Candy Branded Crisp Wafers Kitkat Crisp Wafers BSI: 49.2 - High Impact Ingredients: 3 Candy Branded	42.0g	49.2	3	27.0g	1.0g	11.0g	3.0g	21.0g	210
Crisp Wafers Brand: Kitkat Category: Candy Serving: 42.0g BSI 49.2 Carbs 27.0g Sugar 21.0g Fiber 1.0g Fat 11.0g Protein 3.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	White Peanut Butter Trees Reese's White Peanut Butter Trees BSI: 31.58 - High Impact Ingredients: 5 Candy Branded White Peanut Butter Trees Reese's White Peanut Butter Trees BSI: 31.58 - High Impact Ingredients: 5 Candy Branded	34.0g	31.58	5	18.0g	1.0g	11.0g	4.0g	15.0g	180
White Peanut Butter Trees Brand: Reese's Category: Candy Serving: 34.0g BSI 31.58 Carbs 18.0g Sugar 15.0g Fiber 1.0g Fat 11.0g Protein 4.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Creamy Caramels Ethel M Chocolates Ethel M Chocolates, Creamy ... BSI: 38.23 - High Impact Ingredients: 26 Chocolate Branded Creamy Caramels Ethel M Chocolates Ethel M Chocolates, Creamy ... BSI: 38.23 - High Impact Ingredients: 26 Chocolate Branded	38.0g	38.23	26	21.0g	1.0g	10.0g	1.0g	17.0g	180
Creamy Caramels Brand: Ethel M Chocolates Category: Chocolate Serving: 38.0g BSI 38.23 Carbs 21.0g Sugar 17.0g Fiber 1.0g Fat 10.0g Protein 1.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Coconut Macaroons Two Bite Two Bite, Coconut Macaroons BSI: 23.08 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 14 Cookies & Biscuits Branded Coconut Macaroons Two Bite Two Bite, Coconut Macaroons BSI: 23.08 - Moderate Impact Ingredients: 14 Cookies & Biscuits Branded	28.0g	23.08	14	14.0g	2.0g	6.0g	1.0g	11.0g	110
Coconut Macaroons Brand: Two Bite Category: Cookies & Biscuits Serving: 28.0g BSI 23.08 Carbs 14.0g Sugar 11.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 6.0g Protein 1.0g
Save to Collection Amazon	Mac & Cheese With Baco... Kraft Heinz Meals Mac & Cheese With Bacon, Sh... BSI: 90.35 - High Impact Ingredients: 49 Pasta Dinners Branded Mac & Cheese With Bacon, Sharp Cheddar Kraft Heinz Meals Mac & Cheese With Bacon, Sh... BSI: 90.35 - High Impact Ingredients: 49 Pasta Dinners Branded	113.0g	90.35	49	49.0g	2.0g	10.0g	14.0g	5.0g	350
Mac & Cheese With Bacon, Sharp Cheddar Brand: Kraft Heinz Meals Category: Pasta Dinners Serving: 113.0g BSI 90.35 Carbs 49.0g Sugar 5.0g Fiber 2.0g Fat 10.0g Protein 14.0g

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

Proteinplus Bar

Fudge Bar In Milk Chocolate

Spaghetti With Marinara Sauce

Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs

Annies Hmgrwn Org Bunny Grahams Bkd Graham Sncks Choc Chip

Organic Oatmeal Superfood Hot Cereal

Organic Apple Flax Superfood Hot Cereal

Unwrapped Mini White Peanut Butter Cups

Almond Butter Krisp Chocolates

Belgian Milk Chocolate With Maple Sugar & Rice Crisps

Deluxe Shells & Aged Cheddar Cheese Sauce

Jumbo Iced Honey Bun

Lemon Cake

Chicken Sandwich

Chunky Chocolate Chip Cookies

Crisp Wafers

White Peanut Butter Trees

Creamy Caramels

Coconut Macaroons

Mac & Cheese With Bacon, Sharp Cheddar