Patient's question:
After gestational diabetes, many things cannot be eaten, so it has been under control. However, the baby's ultrasound shows it is one week smaller, which makes the baby's malnutrition a problem. What should be eaten to ensure the baby's nutrition?Doctor's answer:
Hello, gestational diabetes is strictly prohibited as it can lead to poor nutrition and affect the baby's development. It is recommended to avoid sugary drinks and sweets containing sucrose, granulated sugar, fructose, glucose, rock sugar, honey, and maltose to prevent rapid post-meal blood sugar spikes. During the second and third trimesters, it is necessary to increase protein intake daily, including eggs, milk, red meat, fish, and soy products such as soy milk and tofu. Cooking oil should primarily be plant-based, and fried, deep-fried, and oily foods, as well as animal skins and fatty meats, should be reduced. Under good blood sugar control, fruits can be added appropriately.