Keeping Gestational Diabetes at Bay
by theAsianparent.com editorial team
Filed under First Trimester, Moms, Pregnancy, Second Trimester, Third Trimester, mums
Filed under First Trimester, Moms, Pregnancy, Second Trimester, Third Trimester, mums
A large percentage of pregnancies in India are complicated by gestational diabetes. Here are some tips on how to keep this in control.
- Work with a dietitian to develop a meal plan that will be beneficial to you and your baby.
- Avoid eating too many sweets, watch the carbs and try to eat frequent meals.
- Fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains all eaten in sufficient amounts are greatly emphasised upon.
- Exercise for about 30 mins a day but also check with your doctor about the right amount of exercise that is appropriate for you.
- Blood sugar should be checked often.
- Take your diabetes medications as prescribed by the doctor.
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