Who is at risk for gestational diabetes?
Any pregnant woman can acquire gestational diabetes. However, those of South and East Asian, Hispanic, Native American, or Pacific Islander origin over the age of 25 are at a higher risk.
Other elements that could raise your risk of GD include:
- Heart illness.
- Elevated blood pressure.
- Inactivity.
- Obesity.
- Family or personal history of GD.
- polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).
- Prior delivery of a child weighing at least nine pounds (lb).
- Prediabetes (history of blood sugar levels that are greater than usual).
How common is gestational diabetes in pregnancy?
In the US, gestational diabetes affects 2% to 10% of expectant women.
How should I change my diet for gestational diabetes?
You may need to adjust your diet to keep gestational diabetes under control. Try to:
- Avoid processed foods, fizzy drinks, and junk food.
- Choose a protein, carbohydrate, fibre, and fat ratio that is in balance.
- Eat more frequent, smaller meals.
- Set a consistent time for your meals every day.