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The article was professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor I Pham Thi Yen - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital. Doctor has more than 10 years of experience in examination and treatment in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology.Gestational diabetes is a disorder of sugar metabolism in the body during pregnancy. If not strictly controlled, gestational diabetes can cause many complications affecting the health of mother and baby. Here are the foods to eat and avoid when you have gestational diabetes.
1. How dangerous is gestational diabetes?
Gestational diabetes is usually detected from the 4th month of pregnancy and usually The effects of gestational diabetes on the mother and fetus are as follows:For the mother
There is a risk of preeclampsia or eclampsia. Repeated bacterial and fungal infections. There may be multiple miscarriages or unexplained stillbirths. Risk of difficulty giving birth due to large fetus, mother with polyhydramnios. Increased risk of postpartum haemorrhage. For the fetus:
There is a risk of birth defects. Birth trauma, due to large fetus. Increased fetal and neonatal mortality. Increased risk of premature birth causing respiratory failure after birth Low blood sugar, low calcium. The risk of developing type 2 diabetes in the future is high.
2. Foods to eat and avoid when you have gestational diabetes
A reasonable diet helps stabilize blood sugar to reduce the risk of complications caused by gestational diabetes. Here are some suggested foods to eat and avoid when you have gestational diabetes:2.1 What should gestational diabetes eat?
Dinh dưỡng cho mẹ bầu bị tiểu đường thai kỳ
Should eat many small meals in addition to 3 main meals can add 2-3 snacks. Avoid eating too much at one meal that causes postprandial hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia when far from meals. Lean meat, lean fish, tofu, unsweetened yogurt, fat-free and sugar-free milk. Brown rice, beans, green vegetables, root vegetables, tomatoes, olive oil and less sweet fruit.
Trắc nghiệm dành riêng cho người mắc đái tháo đường: Chế độ ăn của bạn đã hợp lý chưa?
Người bị bệnh đái tháo đường cần phải quan tâm nhiều hơn đến cách tính toán khẩu phần ăn sao cho phù hợp với nhu cầu và tình trạng sức khỏe. Nếu chưa rõ, bạn có thể tìm hiểu kỹ hơn thông qua bài trắc nghiệm ngắn sau đây.2.2 What should gestational diabetes avoid?
Limit eating foods that cause hyperglycemia such as: Confectionery, sweet fruits (such as Na, Jackfruit ...), ice cream, tea... Limit eating a lot of starch. Processed foods that contain a lot of salt such as: Dried meat, instant noodles, sausages, canned foods.... Limit salty foods, limit sodium intake to <6g/day. Reduce the intake of fatty foods such as: egg yolks, butter, buffalo milk, fried foods, fried foods, animal fats, animal viscera... Limit beverages containing alcohol, stimulants such as wine, beer, tea, coffee... Sweet fruit juice, carbonated water, bottled water containing flavoring...3. Exercise regime for gestational diabetes
In addition to making a reasonable diet, limiting sugar, fat, salt enhances protein, vitamins and minerals. Regular exercise and movement help to consume excess energy to reduce the risk of gestational diabetes and stabilize blood sugar.Pregnant women who have no contraindications to exercise should regularly exercise. Exercise activities that pregnant women can participate in are:
Walking: Very good for pregnant women every day, they can maintain walking for approx. 40 minutes. Regular walking helps expend excess energy, reducing the risk of diabetes. Walk in moderation, don't try when you feel tired. Swimming: It is a general sport that helps pregnant women exercise the whole body. Practicing yoga: Helps to practice breathing, provide oxygen to the body, relax and relieve stress and fatigue.
Tập yoga: Giúp luyện thở, cung cấp lượng oxy cho cơ thể, thư giãn giải tỏa căng thẳng và mệt mỏi
Maternity package program at Vinmec International General Hospital helps customers complete the antenatal check-ups and necessary tests during pregnancy, including screening tests for gestational diabetes. Customers registered for Maternity Package are fully cared for and checked for health of mother and baby before birth - during childbirth and after birth, fully and conscientiously.
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