Patient's question:
I have gestational diabetes, and I'll be giving birth in just over a month. Currently, I'm injecting insulin every day. I want to know what I should pay attention to during my postpartum period. Should I still control my diet? Does diet control affect breastfeeding? How can I avoid becoming a true diabetic while still having enough milk?Doctor's answer:
According to the food exchange list, broaden your meal plan by selecting more foods with a low glycemic index and high dietary fiber content, while keeping the total calorie intake limited, to reduce fluctuations in blood sugar levels.11. Eat lightly, control the amount of vegetable oil and animal fat, and minimize fried cooking methods. Instead, prefer steaming, boiling, and stewing.
12. Consume fruits based on your condition, within the total daily carbohydrate limit, as snacks between meals. If your condition is not well-controlled, temporarily avoid eating fruits.
13. If using root vegetables high in starch, such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, taro, or lotus root, as vegetables, reduce the corresponding amount of staple foods from your daily meal plan.
14. Try to attend fewer banquets.