Patient's question:
Can pregnant women with gestational diabetes eat pineapple?Doctor's answer:
Guidance on whether pregnant women with gestational diabetes can eat pineapple: It is important to maintain a balanced diet, which means ensuring a variety of food groups such as grains, meat, eggs, dairy, vegetables, and fruits while controlling total calorie intake to obtain balanced nutrition. It is recommended to consume low-glycemic index vegetables like cucumber, tomato, green vegetables, and celery. Fruits such as grapefruit, kiwi, strawberries, and green apples are also advisable. Protein should be chosen from high-quality sources like lean meat, pure milk, and fish. Whole grains are the best choice for staple foods, such as cornmeal, buckwheat, and oatmeal-based buns.