Can women with gestational hypertension eat sweet foods?

Patient's question:

No

Doctor's answer:

High blood pressure is often related to a diet that is too salty or greasy. It has little to do with sweet foods. People with high blood pressure can eat sweet things, but they should also control their intake appropriately. If sweet foods are consumed in excess, they can be converted into fat and may even cause abnormal blood sugar levels, which is not beneficial for high blood pressure.