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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Key Food, Juice Cocktail, Ruby Red Grapefruit, Ruby Red Grapefruit vs Lowell Foods, Buena Carrotena, Juice Drink, Mango & Carrot, Mango & Carrot

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Key Food, Ju... Food 1 Food 1 • KEY FOOD STORES CO-OPERATIVE, INC. Key Food, Juice Cocktail, Ruby Red Grapefruit, Ruby Red Grapefruit	240g	68.0	54	14.2	14.2	—	—	—
Lowell Foods... Food 2 Food 2 • LOWELL INTERNATIONAL COMPANY Lowell Foods, Buena Carrotena, Juice Drink, Mango & Carrot, Mango & Carrot	240g	46.1	42	10.0	10.0	0.4	—	—

Honest Ade, Organic Juice Drink, Orange Mango, Orange Mango vs Irresistible Tropical Punch, Cherry, Orange And Pineapple

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Honest Ade, ... Food 1 Food 1 • THE COCA-COLA COMPANY Honest Ade, Organic Juice Drink, Orange Mango, Orange Mango	500g	50.0	20	5.0	5.0	—	—	—
Irresistible... Food 2 Food 2 • TAMPICO BEVERAGES INC. Irresistible Tropical Punch, Cherry, Orange And Pineapple	240g	28.0	25	5.8	5.0	—	—	—

Hi C, Flavored Fruit Drink, Smashin' Wild Berry, Smashin' Wild Berry vs Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice Cocktail From Concentrate, Ruby Red Grapefruit

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hi C, Flavor... Food 1 Food 1 • THE MINUTE MAID COMPANY Hi C, Flavored Fruit Drink, Smashin' Wild Berry, Smashin' Wild Berry	180g	48.0	50	13.3	12.8	—	—	—
Ruby Red Gra... Food 2 Food 2 • STATER BROS. MARKETS INC. Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice Cocktail From Concentrate	240g	54.0	42	11.3	10.8	—	—	—

Apple Juice Cocktail, Apple vs Juice Drinks

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Apple Juice ... Food 1 Food 1 • MEIJER, INC. Apple Juice Cocktail	240g	56.0	46	11.7	11.7	—	—	—
Juice Drinks Food 2 Food 2 • MOTT'S LLP Juice Drinks	177g	20.0	23	5.7	5.7	—	—	—

Tamarind Beverage Concentrate, Tamarind vs Sparkling Grape + Energy Juice Beverage From Concentrate, Grape

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tamarind Bev... Food 1 Food 1 • MEXQUISITA Tamarind Beverage Concentrate	45g	62.0	289	68.9	57.8	—	—	—
Sparkling Gr... Food 2 Food 2 • WELCH FOODS INC Sparkling Grape + Energy Juice Beverage From Concentrate, Grape	473g	100.0	55	13.3	12.9	—	—	—

Cranberry Pomegranate Flavored Juice Cocktail Blend From Concentrate, Cranberry Pomegranate vs Yogo Aloe, Mango

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cranberry Po... Food 1 Food 1 • NOT A BRANDED ITEM Cranberry Pomegranate Flavored Juice Cocktail Blend From Concentrate	240g	56.0	46	11.7	11.7	—	—	—
Yogo Aloe, M... Food 2 Food 2 • YEIN USA INC. Yogo Aloe, Mango	240g	52.0	46	10.8	10.8	—	—	—

Pink Lemonade Fine Beverages, Lemonade vs Cranberry Grape Juice Cocktail, Cranberry Grape

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pink Lemonad... Food 1 Food 1 • MAYER BROTHERS APPLE PRODUCTS, INC. Pink Lemonade Fine Beverages, Lemonade	360g	78.0	44	10.8	10.6	—	—	—
Cranberry Gr... Food 2 Food 2 • ALDI INC. Cranberry Grape Juice Cocktail	240g	56.0	46	11.7	11.7	—	—	—

Mango Flavored Fruit Juice Cocktail Blend From Concentrate, Mango vs Nectar, Pineapple & Guava

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mango Flavor... Food 1 Food 1 • 7-ELEVEN, INC. Mango Flavored Fruit Juice Cocktail Blend From Concentrate	240g	42.0	33	8.8	8.3	—	—	—
Nectar, Pine... Food 2 Food 2 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Nectar, Pineapple & Guava	284g	80.0	63	15.5	13.0	1.4	—	—

Jumex, Guava Nectar vs Juices From Concentrate

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Jumex, Guava... Food 1 Food 1 • COMERCIALIZADORA ELORO, S.A. Jumex, Guava Nectar	240g	50.3	50	11.7	10.4	1.2	—	—
Juices From ... Food 2 Food 2 • WELCH FOODS INC Juices From Concentrate	240g	64.0	54	13.3	12.5	—	—	—

Fruta, Mango Nectar vs Juice Drink, Orange Ocean

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fruta, Mango... Food 1 Food 1 • THE B.P. OF MIAMI, INC. Fruta, Mango Nectar	250g	80.0	64	16.0	14.0	—	—	—
Juice Drink,... Food 2 Food 2 • MOTT'S LLP Juice Drink, Orange Ocean	240g	28.0	25	5.8	5.8	—	—	—

Sonda, Poetry Of Taste Juice Drink, Pineapple & Carrot, Pineapple & Carrot vs Punch, Grape

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sonda, Poetr... Food 1 Food 1 • SCRIPTURE CREATIONS, LLC Sonda, Poetry Of Taste Juice Drink, Pineapple & Carrot, Pineapple & Carrot	240g	46.1	42	10.0	10.0	0.4	—	—
Punch, Grape Food 2 Food 2 • TAMPICO BEVERAGES INC. Punch, Grape	240g	26.0	21	5.4	5.0	—	—	—

Guava Nectar, Guava vs Turkey Hill Orangeade, 128 Fl Oz, Orange

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Guava Nectar Food 1 Food 1 • HAWAII ASSOCIATED WHOLESALE Guava Nectar	340g	64.0	38	9.4	9.4	—	—	—
Turkey Hill ... Food 2 Food 2 • TURKEY HILL DAIRY INC. Turkey Hill Orangeade, 128 Fl Oz, Orange	355g	86.0	48	12.1	11.8	—	—	—

Sonda, Fruit & Carrot Drink, Peach & Carrot, Peach & Carrot vs Nectar, Pear

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sonda, Fruit... Food 1 Food 1 • VERTEBRAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Sonda, Fruit & Carrot Drink, Peach & Carrot, Peach & Carrot	120g	24.0	42	10.0	10.0	—	—	—
Nectar, Pear Food 2 Food 2 • CONCHITA FOODS, INC. Nectar, Pear	237g	76.6	65	16.5	16.0	0.3	—	—

Guava Premium Nectar, Guava vs Yogo Aloe Drink, Coconut

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Guava Premiu... Food 1 Food 1 • TEQUESTA FOODS Guava Premium Nectar	200g	54.0	55	14.0	13.0	0.5	—	—
Yogo Aloe Dr... Food 2 Food 2 • YEIN USA INC. Yogo Aloe Drink, Coconut	240g	54.0	46	11.3	10.4	—	—	—

White Grape Non Alcoholic Sparkling Juice Cocktail From Concentrate, White Grape vs Aranciata Rossa Sparkling Blood Orange Beverage, Blood Orange

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Grape ... Food 1 Food 1 • WELCH FOODS INC White Grape Non Alcoholic Sparkling Juice Cocktail From Concentrate	240g	56.0	46	11.7	11.7	—	—	—
Aranciata Ro... Food 2 Food 2 • SANPELLEGRINO USA, INC. Aranciata Rossa Sparkling Blood Orange Beverage, Blood Orange	330g	66.0	39	10.0	8.8	—	—	—

Juice Drink From Concentrate, Cranberry Pomegranate vs Madagascar Beverage, Fruit Punch

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Juice Drink ... Food 1 Food 1 • OCEAN SPRAY CRANBERRIES, INC. Juice Drink From Concentrate, Cranberry Pomegranate	240g	56.0	42	11.7	10.8	—	—	—
Madagascar B... Food 2 Food 2 • COTT CORPORATION Madagascar Beverage, Fruit Punch	240g	30.0	25	6.3	5.8	—	—	—

Mildly Seasoned Tomato Cocktail Bloody Mary Mix, Mildly Seasoned Tomato Cocktail vs Nectar, Apricot

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mildly Seaso... Food 1 Food 1 • MCILHENNY COMPANY Mildly Seasoned Tomato Cocktail Bloody Mary Mix	240g	22.1	25	5.4	3.3	0.8	—	0.8
Nectar, Apricot Food 2 Food 2 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Nectar, Apricot	284g	85.7	63	15.5	12.7	0.4	—	—

Young Coconut Juice vs Fruit Juice Beverage, Pomegranate, Blueberry, Pomegranate, Blueberry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Young Coconu... Food 1 Food 1 • THEPPADUNG PORN COCONUT CO Young Coconut Juice	260g	40.0	31	7.7	6.5	—	—	—
Fruit Juice ... Food 2 Food 2 • JOHANNA FOODS, INC. Fruit Juice Beverage, Pomegranate, Blueberry, Pomegranate, Blueberry	240g	54.0	42	11.3	10.4	—	—	—

Juice Cocktail, Cranberry vs Juice Drink Blend, Fruit Punch

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Juice Cockta... Food 1 Food 1 • EDWARD LEEDS & COMPANY Juice Cocktail, Cranberry	240g	20.0	17	4.2	4.2	—	—	—
Juice Drink ... Food 2 Food 2 • TARGET STORES Juice Drink Blend, Fruit Punch	177g	30.0	34	8.5	8.5	—	—	—

Apple With White Cranberry Juice Drink From Concentrate, Apple With White Cranberry vs Jubali, Smoothie, Lala Berry

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Apple With W... Food 1 Food 1 • OCEAN SPRAY CRANBERRIES, INC. Apple With White Cranberry Juice Drink From Concentrate	240g	42.0	33	8.8	8.8	—	—	—
Jubali, Smoo... Food 2 Food 2 • LYLE STYLE Jubali, Smoothie, Lala Berry	226g	49.7	61	13.7	7.1	2.7	1.0	0.9

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