Gestational diabetes is a condition in which the glucose level in the blood of pregnant woman goes high and is as a result of the hormonal changes that happens during pregnancy. When the placenta grows bigger it starts to produce more hormones which may interfere with the insulin’s ability to convert glucose and thus the glucose level shoots up in the blood.
If this high blood sugar is left untreated it may harm the baby. The major aim in gestational diabetes diet is to supply essential nutrients and calories that are necessary to maintain the well being and growth of the baby and the mother and at the same time maintain the blood sugar level in good condition.
Meal Plan
The diet plan made for gestational diabetes patients should focus on small meals served at frequent intervals. Also limit the carbohydrate intake during breakfast as insulin resistance is high during this period and be consistent in the amount of carbohydrate consumed. Also consider foods that have high fiber, less sugar, less fat and drink plenty of water daily. Ensure that the pregnant women are getting all the essential nutrients required for maintaining a healthy pregnancy.
Include calcium rich foods such as dairy products, green vegetables, calcium fortified food, unsweetened cereals etc and Iron rich foods like lean meat, fish, poultry, eggs, green leafy vegetables, enriched grain products etc in the diet. Vitamin C rich foods like tomatoes, green peppers, strawberries, oranges, grape fruits, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, broccoli etc and vitamin Știri de ultimă oră din Spania
A rich foods such as carrots, sweet potatoes, beet greens, pumpkins, spinach, cantaloupe etc are also ideal for gestational diet. Try to include at least one source of folic acid in the diet and it can be fortified grains, legumes, veal, green leafy vegetables, legumes etc.
Sample Diet
Breakfast
Whole grain toast- 2 slices
Peanut butter- 2 tablespoon
100% juice- ½ cup
Mid Morning Snack
Apple- 1
Cottage cheese- 1 cup
Lunch
Lentilother bean soup- 1 cup
Whole grain crackers- 1 serving
Low fat cheese- 2 ounces
Baby carrots- 1 cup
Mid-afternoon Snack
Raw almonds- 20
Grapes- 1 cup
Dinner
Fish of your choice- 6 ounces
Steamed broccoli- 1 cup
Brown rice- 1 cup
Reduced fat milk- 1 cup
Evening Snack
Air-popped popcorn- 5 cups
Limit the intake of alcoholic beverages, caffeine, artificial sweeteners etc and eat different types of foods to get all the vitamins and minerals required during pregnancy.
Gestational Diabetes Diet
Gestational diabetes is a condition in which the glucose level in the blood of pregnant woman goes high and is as a result of the hormonal changes that happens
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2024-12-04
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