Patient's question:
At the beginning of the year, I got pregnant. During the mid-to-late-term check-up, I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. The doctor advised me to pay attention to my diet. Worrying about the health of the baby in my womb, I ate less, fearing that it would be bad for his development, but I also worried that eating too much might cause harm. With limited understanding of gestational diabetes, I feared it might affect the child.Doctor's answer:
It is recommended to eat low-glycemic index vegetables such as cucumber, tomato, green vegetables, celery, etc. Fruits like grapefruit, kiwi, strawberry, and green apple. Protein should be selected as high-quality protein such as lean meat, milk, fish, etc. Staple foods are best chosen as coarse grains such as corn flour, buckwheat flour, and oat flour. But attention should be paid to the quantity. It is recommended to consult a professional nutritionist in the hospital's nutrition department, and develop an individualized dietary treatment based on the patient's condition.