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

BSI	Food	Serving	Carbs	Fiber	Fat	Protein	Sugars	Calories
BSI: 30	Watermelon Candy Perfetti Van Melle Usa Inc. Watermelon Candy Perfetti Van Melle Usa Inc.	15.6g	15.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	11.0g	60
Full Name Watermelon Candy Details Ingredients: 13 Candy Branded Analysis 30 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 50	Banana Creme Pie Filling Knouse Foods Inc. Banana Creme Pie Filling Knouse Foods Inc.	85.0g	25.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	21.0g	100
Full Name Banana Creme Pie Filling Details Ingredients: 10 Pastry Shells & Fillings Branded Analysis 50 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 26	Lollipop Strips Toys R Us, Inc. Lollipop Strips Toys R Us, Inc.	14.0g	13.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	11.0g	60
Full Name Lollipop Strips Details Ingredients: 10 Candy Branded Analysis 26 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 26	Pure Strawberry Preserves, ... Conagra Brands, Inc. Pure Strawberry Preserves, Strawberry Conagra Brands, Inc.	20.0g	13.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	12.0g	50
Full Name Pure Strawberry Preserves, Strawberry Details Ingredients: 5 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded Analysis 26 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 54	Sweet Tea Red Diamond Inc. Sweet Tea Red Diamond Inc.	360.0ml	27.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	26.0g	104
Full Name Sweet Tea Details Ingredients: 3 Iced & Bottle Tea Branded Analysis 54 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 30	Starlight Mints Candy Ferrara Candy Company Starlight Mints Candy Ferrara Candy Company	15.0g	15.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	11.0g	60
Full Name Starlight Mints Candy Details Ingredients: 5 Candy Branded Analysis 30 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 60	Cranberry Flavored Fruit Ju... Supervalu, Inc. Cranberry Flavored Fruit Juice Cocktail Supervalu, Inc.	240.0ml	30.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	30.0g	120
Full Name Cranberry Flavored Fruit Juice Cocktail Details Ingredients: 9 Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks Branded Analysis 60 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 46	Sea Salt Caramel Chocolate ... Ghirardelli Chocolate Company Sea Salt Caramel Chocolate Premium Sauce Ghirardelli Chocolate Company	35.0g	23.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	17.0g	100
Full Name Sea Salt Caramel Chocolate Premium Sauce Details Ingredients: 11 Baking Decorations & Dessert Toppings Branded Analysis 46 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 44	Sliced Yellow Cling Peached... Finlay Extracts & Ingredients Usa, Inc. Sliced Yellow Cling Peached In Heavy Syrup Finlay Extracts & Ingredients Usa, Inc.	128.0g	22.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	19.0g	100
Full Name Sliced Yellow Cling Peached In Heavy Syrup Details Ingredients: 4 Canned Fruit Branded Analysis 44 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 62	Pie Filling, Chocolate Creme Knouse Foods Inc. Pie Filling, Chocolate Creme Knouse Foods Inc.	85.0g	31.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	25.0g	120
Full Name Pie Filling, Chocolate Creme Details Ingredients: 8 Pastry Shells & Fillings Branded Analysis 62 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 68	Shoprite, Spearmint Leaves ... Wakefern Food Corporation Shoprite, Spearmint Leaves Candies Wakefern Food Corporation	41.0g	34.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	25.0g	130
Full Name Shoprite, Spearmint Leaves Candies Details Ingredients: 6 Candy Branded Analysis 68 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 26	Farmer's Aloe Vera Drink, P... Skechers Usa, Inc. Farmer's Aloe Vera Drink, Pomegranate Skechers Usa, Inc.	240.0ml	13.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	11.0g	50
Full Name Farmer's Aloe Vera Drink, Pomegranate Details Ingredients: 13 Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks Branded Analysis 26 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 28	Chili Covered Hard Candy Lo... Mexi Land Inc. Chili Covered Hard Candy Lollipop, Mango Revolcado Mexi Land Inc.	15.0g	14.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	11.0g	60
Full Name Chili Covered Hard Candy Lollipop, Mango Revolcado Details Ingredients: 11 Candy Branded Analysis 28 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 22	Strawberry Fig Fruit Preserves Giant Eagle, Inc. Strawberry Fig Fruit Preserves Giant Eagle, Inc.	14.0g	11.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	10.0g	50
Full Name Strawberry Fig Fruit Preserves Details Ingredients: 6 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded Analysis 22 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 22	Blueberry Lemon Thyme Fruit... Giant Eagle, Inc. Blueberry Lemon Thyme Fruit Preserves Giant Eagle, Inc.	14.0g	11.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	10.0g	50
Full Name Blueberry Lemon Thyme Fruit Preserves Details Ingredients: 4 Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads Branded Analysis 22 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 72	Mike And Ike, Original Chew... Just Born, Inc. Mike And Ike, Original Chewy Assorted Fruit Flavored Candies Just Born, Inc.	40.0g	36.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	25.0g	140
Full Name Mike And Ike, Original Chewy Assorted Fruit Flavored Candies Details Ingredients: 22 Candy Branded Analysis 72 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 34	Shoprite, Root Beer Barrels... Wakefern Food Corporation Shoprite, Root Beer Barrels Candies Wakefern Food Corporation	17.0g	17.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	11.0g	50
Full Name Shoprite, Root Beer Barrels Candies Details Ingredients: 7 Candy Branded Analysis 34 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 24	Lemonhead, Applehead, Cherr... Ferrara Candy Company Lemonhead, Applehead, Cherryhead Candy Canes, Lemonhead, Applehead, Cherryhead Ferrara Candy Company	13.0g	12.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	8.0g	45
Full Name Lemonhead, Applehead, Cherryhead Candy Canes, Lemonhead, Applehead, Cherryhead Details Ingredients: 9 Candy Branded Analysis 24 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 32	Shoprite, Fruit Candies Wakefern Food Corporation Shoprite, Fruit Candies Wakefern Food Corporation	16.0g	16.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	10.0g	60
Full Name Shoprite, Fruit Candies Details Ingredients: 7 Candy Branded Analysis 32 BSI (High) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 26	Guava Preserve Conchita Foods, Inc. Guava Preserve Conchita Foods, Inc.	20.0g	13.0g	0.0g	0.0g	0.0g	11.0g	50
Full Name Guava Preserve Details Ingredients: 2 Baking Additives & Extracts Branded Analysis 26 BSI (Moderate) 50% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark

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