What are Smooth Ride foods?

Smooth Ride foods are foods with complex carbohydrates and adequate fiber (4g+) or protein+fat (8g+) for gradual blood sugar rise. There are 43,940 foods tagged as Smooth Ride in our database, helping you identify options that match this blood sugar impact profile.

How do Smooth Ride foods affect blood sugar levels?

Smooth Ride foods are characterized by complex carbs with fiber for gentle glucose release. The fiber and complex carbohydrates slow glucose absorption, creating a gentle, sustained rise in blood sugar that's easier for your body to manage.

Why choose Smooth Ride foods over other categories?

Smooth Ride foods offer specific benefits including steady energy, improved satiety, better glucose control. Compared to refined carbs, Smooth Ride foods offer the benefits of carbohydrates with better blood sugar control due to their fiber and nutrient content.

How can I incorporate Smooth Ride foods into my meals?

Popular Smooth Ride foods include Oatmeal, Quinoa, Sweet Potato. Perfect as breakfast staples, pre-workout meals, or as the carbohydrate base for balanced dinners with protein and vegetables.

Are there any risks or things to watch for with Smooth Ride foods?

Generally safe for most people, but portion control is still important as these foods do contain carbohydrates that affect blood sugar.

Where can I find the full list of Smooth Ride foods on Badlow?

You can explore all Smooth Ride 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.

Smooth Ride Foods | Complex Carbs & Fiber for Gradual Glucose Rise

Foods with complex carbohydrates and adequate fiber (4g+) or protein+fat (8g+) for gradual blood sugar rise

BSI	Food	Serving	Carbs	Fiber	Fat	Protein	Sugars	Calories
BSI: 11	Organic Black Bean & Sesame... Ethical Foods Sa Organic Black Bean & Sesame Fettuccine, Black Bean & Sesame Ethical Foods Sa	56.0g	19.0g	13.0g	6.0g	23.0g	3.0g	190
Full Name Organic Black Bean & Sesame Fettuccine, Black Bean & Sesame Details Ingredients: 2 Pasta By Shape & Type Branded Analysis 11 BSI (Moderate) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 25	Bean Soup With A Ham Flavor... Safeway, Inc. Bean Soup With A Ham Flavored Mix Safeway, Inc.	35.0g	22.0g	9.0g	1.0g	7.0g	1.0g	90
Full Name Bean Soup With A Ham Flavored Mix Details Ingredients: 34 Canned Soup Branded Analysis 25 BSI (Moderate) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 57	Creamy Pesto Pasta With Chi... Luvo, Inc. Creamy Pesto Pasta With Chicken Meatballs With Whole Wheat Penne, And Yellow ... Luvo, Inc.	234.0g	37.0g	8.0g	11.0g	17.0g	3.0g	300
Full Name Creamy Pesto Pasta With Chicken Meatballs With Whole Wheat Penne, And Yellow Squash, Cooked In Avocado Oil, And Topped With Parmesan Details Ingredients: 55 Frozen Dinners & Entrees Branded Analysis 57 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 15	Slim Jim Chile Limon Snacks Conagra Brands, Inc Slim Jim Chile Limon Snacks Conagra Brands, Inc	55.0g	9.0g	1.0g	19.0g	11.0g	2.0g	250
Full Name Slim Jim Chile Limon Snacks Details Ingredients: 28 Meat/Poultry/Other Animals Prepared/Processed Branded Analysis 15 BSI (Moderate) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 39	Beef Chili With Beans, Beans Kettle Cuisine, Inc. Beef Chili With Beans, Beans Kettle Cuisine, Inc.	255.0g	27.0g	6.9g	14.0g	19.0g	7.0g	301
Full Name Beef Chili With Beans, Beans Details Ingredients: 29 Chili & Stew Branded Analysis 39 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 39	Chile Verde With Black Bean... Luvo, Inc. Chile Verde With Black Beans, Polenta, And Chicken, Cooked In Avocado Oil, An... Luvo, Inc.	255.0g	27.0g	6.9g	13.0g	20.0g	5.0g	291
Full Name Chile Verde With Black Beans, Polenta, And Chicken, Cooked In Avocado Oil, And Topped With Monterey Jack And Cheddar, Chicken Chile Verde Details Ingredients: 66 Frozen Dinners & Entrees Branded Analysis 39 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 54	Chicken Pot Pie With Vegeta... Mrs Pumpkins Muffins, Inc Chicken Pot Pie With Vegetables, Chicken With Vegetables Mrs Pumpkins Muffins, Inc	221.0g	34.0g	6.0g	22.0g	26.0g	3.0g	440
Full Name Chicken Pot Pie With Vegetables, Chicken With Vegetables Details Ingredients: 30 Frozen Dinners & Entrees Branded Analysis 54 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 32	Traditional Refried Beans Bush Brothers & Company Traditional Refried Beans Bush Brothers & Company	130.0g	21.0g	4.9g	3.0g	7.0g	1.0g	140
Full Name Traditional Refried Beans Details Ingredients: 8 Canned & Bottled Beans Branded Analysis 32 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 100	Pillsbury Blueberry Toaster... General Mills Sales Inc. Pillsbury Blueberry Toaster Strudel Frozen Breakfast Pastries 6 Count General Mills Sales Inc.	110.0g	53.6g	1.2g	11.7g	4.9g	18.8g	336
Full Name Pillsbury Blueberry Toaster Strudel Frozen Breakfast Pastries 6 Count Details Ingredients: 37 Sweet Bakery Products Branded Analysis 100 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 34	Black Refried Beans Bush Brothers & Company Black Refried Beans Bush Brothers & Company	130.0g	23.0g	6.0g	3.0g	8.0g	1.0g	150
Full Name Black Refried Beans Details Ingredients: 8 Canned & Bottled Beans Branded Analysis 34 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 38	Bourbon And Brown Sugar Rob... Bush Brothers & Company Bourbon And Brown Sugar Robust Beans With A Touch Of Natural Bourbon Flavor G... Bush Brothers & Company	130.0g	33.0g	8.1g	0.5g	8.0g	13.0g	160
Full Name Bourbon And Brown Sugar Robust Beans With A Touch Of Natural Bourbon Flavor Grillin' Beans Details Ingredients: 14 Canned & Bottled Beans Branded Analysis 38 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 57	Smokehouse Tradition Tender... Bush Brothers & Company Smokehouse Tradition Tender Beans Simmered In A Sweet And Smoky Sauce Grillin... Bush Brothers & Company	130.0g	34.0g	4.9g	1.0g	7.0g	15.0g	170
Full Name Smokehouse Tradition Tender Beans Simmered In A Sweet And Smoky Sauce Grillin' Beans Details Ingredients: 27 Canned & Bottled Beans Branded Analysis 57 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 59	Southern Pit Barbecue Slow ... Bush Brothers & Company Southern Pit Barbecue Slow Cooked Beans In A Rich Barbecue Sauce For An Authe... Bush Brothers & Company	130.0g	35.0g	4.9g	0.5g	7.0g	16.0g	170
Full Name Southern Pit Barbecue Slow Cooked Beans In A Rich Barbecue Sauce For An Authentic Grilled Flavor Grillin' Beans Details Ingredients: 22 Canned & Bottled Beans Branded Analysis 59 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 44	Bush's Best, Grillin' Beans... Bush Brothers & Company Bush's Best, Grillin' Beans, Southern Pit Barbecue, Southern Pit Barbecue Bush Brothers & Company	130.0g	35.0g	6.0g	0.5g	6.0g	16.0g	170
Full Name Bush's Best, Grillin' Beans, Southern Pit Barbecue, Southern Pit Barbecue Details Ingredients: 18 Canned & Bottled Beans Branded Analysis 44 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 67	Steakhouse Recipe An Authen... Bush Brothers & Company Steakhouse Recipe An Authentic Blend Of Beans And Brown Sugar Simmered In A R... Bush Brothers & Company	130.0g	39.0g	4.9g	0.5g	7.0g	19.0g	190
Full Name Steakhouse Recipe An Authentic Blend Of Beans And Brown Sugar Simmered In A Robust Steak Sauce Grillin' Beans Details Ingredients: 20 Canned & Bottled Beans Branded Analysis 67 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 62	Honey Chipotle Tender Beans... Bush Brothers & Company Honey Chipotle Tender Beans Simmered In A Spicy Chipotle Sauce With A Touch O... Bush Brothers & Company	130.0g	36.0g	4.9g	0.5g	6.0g	18.0g	170
Full Name Honey Chipotle Tender Beans Simmered In A Spicy Chipotle Sauce With A Touch Of Honey Grillin' Beans Details Ingredients: 26 Canned & Bottled Beans Branded Analysis 62 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 41	Sweet Heat Red Beans With O... Bush Brothers & Company Sweet Heat Red Beans With Onions And Serrano Peppers In A Sweet And Spicy Chi... Bush Brothers & Company	130.0g	34.0g	7.0g	1.0g	6.0g	14.0g	170
Full Name Sweet Heat Red Beans With Onions And Serrano Peppers In A Sweet And Spicy Chili Sauce Details Ingredients: 18 Canned & Bottled Beans Branded Analysis 41 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 39	Asian Bbq Red Beans In An A... Bush Brothers & Company Asian Bbq Red Beans In An Asian Inspired Bbq Sauce With A Hint Of Ginger Bush Brothers & Company	130.0g	33.0g	7.0g	2.0g	7.0g	14.0g	190
Full Name Asian Bbq Red Beans In An Asian Inspired Bbq Sauce With A Hint Of Ginger Details Ingredients: 15 Canned & Bottled Beans Branded Analysis 39 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 100	Country Style Thick, Rich S... Bush Brothers & Company Country Style Thick, Rich Sauce With Bacon & Extra Brown Sugar Baked Beans Bush Brothers & Company	235.0g	58.0g	7.1g	2.0g	12.0g	28.0g	289
Full Name Country Style Thick, Rich Sauce With Bacon & Extra Brown Sugar Baked Beans Details Ingredients: 17 Canned & Bottled Beans Branded Analysis 100 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark
BSI: 55	Brown Sugar Hickory Sweet H... Bush Brothers & Company Brown Sugar Hickory Sweet Hickory Sauce With Brown Sugar And Spices Baked Beans Bush Brothers & Company	130.0g	33.0g	4.9g	0.5g	7.0g	15.0g	160
Full Name Brown Sugar Hickory Sweet Hickory Sauce With Brown Sugar And Spices Baked Beans Details Ingredients: 18 Canned & Bottled Beans Branded Analysis 55 BSI (High) 100% Data Quality Amazon Bookmark

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