{"id":249,"date":"2016-05-30T10:50:12","date_gmt":"2016-05-30T10:50:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.beatoapp.com\/?p=249"},"modified":"2024-06-18T18:01:47","modified_gmt":"2024-06-18T12:31:47","slug":"top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Ten Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts of Gestational Diabetes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes\/#The_Big_Dos_of_Gestational_Diabetes\" title=\"The Big Do\u2019s of Gestational Diabetes\">The Big Do\u2019s of Gestational Diabetes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes\/#Check_Blood_Sugar_at_Regular_Intervals\" title=\"Check Blood Sugar at Regular Intervals\">Check Blood Sugar at Regular Intervals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes\/#Follow_a_Gestational_Diabetes_Friendly_Diet\" title=\"Follow a Gestational Diabetes Friendly Diet\">Follow a Gestational Diabetes Friendly Diet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes\/#Never_Skip_Carbohydrates\" title=\"Never Skip Carbohydrates\">Never Skip Carbohydrates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes\/#Remain_Physically_Active\" title=\"Remain Physically Active\">Remain Physically Active<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes\/#Learn_About_Your_Breastfeeding_Habits\" title=\"Learn About Your Breastfeeding Habits\">Learn About Your Breastfeeding Habits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes\/#Regular_Follow_Up_Visits_With_Your_Doctor\" title=\"Regular Follow Up Visits With Your Doctor\">Regular Follow Up Visits With Your Doctor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes\/#Sleep_Well\" title=\"Sleep Well\">Sleep Well<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes\/#The_Big_Donts_of_Gestational_Diabetes\" title=\"The Big Don\u2019ts of Gestational Diabetes\">The Big Don\u2019ts of Gestational Diabetes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes\/#Do_Not_Skip_Your_Gestational_Diabetes_Medications\" title=\"Do Not Skip Your Gestational Diabetes Medications\">Do Not Skip Your Gestational Diabetes Medications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes\/#Stay_Away_from_Sugary_Goodness\" title=\"Stay Away from Sugary Goodness\">Stay Away from Sugary Goodness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes\/#Do_Not_Fret_Too_Much_Over_Glucose_Levels_in_the_Diet\" title=\"Do Not Fret Too Much Over Glucose Levels in the Diet\">Do Not Fret Too Much Over Glucose Levels in the Diet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/top-ten-dos-and-donts-of-gestational-diabetes\/#Avoid_Caffeine_Alcohol_and_Soft_Carbonated_Drinks\" title=\"Avoid Caffeine, Alcohol and Soft Carbonated Drinks\">Avoid Caffeine, Alcohol and Soft Carbonated Drinks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span class=\"c4\">Often women without any previous history of diabetes experience&nbsp;high blood sugar levels during pregnancy,&nbsp;particularly in the third trimester. This phase is clinically termed as&nbsp;Gestational Diabetes or Gestational Diabetes Mellitus.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/beatoapp.com\/\/lps\/inapp-beato-paid-coach-consult-web?id=2400330&#038;campaignid=2400330&#038;source=2400330&#038;utm_content=%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F249\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png\" class=\" wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-300x88.png 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-768x225.png 768w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-420x123.png 420w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-840x246.png 840w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-150x44.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">Often triggered by fluctuating insulin responses, a possible explanation for the same remains how the lactogen in the human placenta intermingles and hinders the activity of the usual insulin receptors. While the condition disappears after the birth of the baby, the consequences include an abnormally large head, hypoglycemia, jaundice etc. However, the more severe consequences include stillbirth or seizures in the newborn.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">However, a few simple steps, a couple of do\u2019s and don\u2019ts can easily bring the situation under control.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.h1cdxoifyem6\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Big_Dos_of_Gestational_Diabetes\"><\/span><span class=\"c18 c20\">The Big Do\u2019s of Gestational Diabetes<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.uct88flvbob1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_Blood_Sugar_at_Regular_Intervals\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Check Blood Sugar at Regular Intervals<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">Closely monitor your blood sugar levels, multiple times every day. Most often, either gestational diabetes is not diagnosed or we do not monitor it closely enough and end up missing valuable information. You can raise some degree of information by visiting health care specialists in the nearby hospital or asking your doctor to convey the information himself. He can also put you through a couple of other important services that you definitely would not want to miss. You can also opt for a home kit and use it to check your blood sugar levels at regular intervals.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"335\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/shutterstock_1304795542.jpg\" alt=\"fruits\" class=\"wp-image-8399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/shutterstock_1304795542.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/shutterstock_1304795542-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/shutterstock_1304795542-420x235.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.djszekwsl1dr\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Follow_a_Gestational_Diabetes_Friendly_Diet\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Follow a Gestational Diabetes Friendly Diet<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">A balanced diet bears special significance during pregnancy. Both the nutrient intake as well as the calorie count is essential. A diet rich in micronutrients like vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other rare but important nutrients deserve your attention. Iron, an important component of blood, is responsible for the hemoglobin levels in the blood, an important parameter for determining health.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c0\">A certified dietitian will be able to personalise a diet chart<\/span><span class=\"c2\">&nbsp;for you taking your needs and your metabolism into consideration after evaluation.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/gestational-diabetes-diet-all-you-need-to-know\/\">Read More: <em>Gestational Diabetes Diet: All You Need to Know<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/6G-L7MvVFrOLaHFj6jnNcx7O7YN9Y_-2deMPI1Dono4zYVbK0qtbndLLz_iDXe9i52LWt298w-307LP9I8_fu2q5rM1JXFUoEWNPNcYvkkc0m37LVRs-0P0AnITzKTSAm8AleyVV\" alt=\"gestational diabetes diet\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.d7dc5v7sp1ta\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Never_Skip_Carbohydrates\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Never Skip Carbohydrates<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">It is essential to keep your blood sugar levels in check when you are a diabetic. Carbohydrates are all sugars, but the digestion and absorption process for refined carbohydrates and healthy carbohydrates are different.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">Refined foods, like white bread, cheese, and butter dissociate rapidly in the bloodstream and blood sugar levels spike immediately because of their high glycemic index (GI). The organs cannot handle the sudden rush of carbohydrates, and they stand at the risk of permanent damage. On the other hand, carbohydrates high in dietary fibre are dissociated slowly and are aptly named as foods with low glycemic index (GI).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.tbuvgkkdzdd9\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Remain_Physically_Active\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Remain Physically Active<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">Some amount of exercise is always recommended during pregnancy for healthy labour and to maintain good health in both the mother and the fetus. It regulates the proper secretion of oxytocin and vasopressin, the pituitary hormones, which are responsible for childbirth. However, refrain from strenuous physical activities as they can take a toll on your health.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c4\">Other than running or speed walking,&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"c0\">prenatal yoga<\/span><span class=\"c4\">, swimming, and prenatal <\/span><span class=\"c0\">aerobics are excellent options<\/span><span class=\"c2\">. However, it must be practiced under the expert supervision of fitness experts. Yoga and aerobics have certain special exercises, which are beneficial for the foetus and the baby.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/_eITpHeEeHr6xx__mONOMq-zGuPO7_n-01eqqfRPUNguwjhrwJHalpEXLfN8UWLpyubYGmY3B6qkMdznHrAi8g2ITg9ON4epFR1uqSTTEmaSPejN-t0zlYSmG6Mkb5nlVMETL9VX\" alt=\"mother and child\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.tv7j4osvkt52\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_About_Your_Breastfeeding_Habits\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Learn About Your Breastfeeding Habits<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">Babies born from gestational diabetes must be subjected to exclusive breastfeeding; that is, breast milk remains the sole source of food and nourishment for the body. Regular breast milk can help the baby avoid long-term health issues, including diabetes and obesity. It also strengthens their immune system .<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">There are a number of factors and intricate details that you must learn about if you are suffering from gestational diabetes. Learn about them, do a thorough, in depth research, and by the time the baby arrives, you will be prepared to deal with it. Lactation specialists, available at your nearest hospital or any other health institution can guide you better after going through your case details.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/LJyxFlY3UNL4KrDU3Xvj9x6RTl639HcmquBWtgvqv2sk7vchmm9nvaql25jHi1vDgzA5-tNqYdyLGZZ8LnbB6U3sOmnU6hDM2AWpTevt1W8xIkywQ8AVez-xiNrERXBJNU65f76K\" alt=\"diagnose\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.f3r9gxa1ag8d\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regular_Follow_Up_Visits_With_Your_Doctor\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Regular Follow Up Visits With Your Doctor<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">Follow-up visits to the doctor diagnose important underlying symptoms and can undo great damage. Often there is more to what the eye meets and only the expert eye can diagnose the condition correctly and prevent harm.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">Often, during the course of pregnancy, the dosage of the medications as well as the medications changes too. Regular follow-up visits help in predicting these transitional phases of pregnancies beforehand and the medications prepare the body for the same.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/UKl_ni9TWjBsBMojnwFtPS2nVQS_bDtpAQX2UWAPIGGtrt_Mi96cLET40DwEOPDu_4kx83Pe4EbhPwoq_HsfY_FO7pQAN1Zbgj1PVDooVs692XyGi3Fvr8TuKDZ2j02FNfExyzkb\" alt=\"sleep\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.16z711vbcfq\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sleep_Well\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Sleep Well<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">Did you know that snoring is a sign of gestational diabetes, too? Certain pregnancy hormones can lead to nasal congestion leading to increased snoring. Snoring, in general, is a sign of superficial sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">Sleeping well releases stress and strain from the body. Rejuvenating the body from within, it ensures that you and your baby\u2019s health are not compromised in any way whatsoever. The added weight along with the sudden upsurge in the hormonal levels is bound to exhaust you, but sleeping well helps you to cope up with the fatigue effectively.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.ahi5p352s3be\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Big_Donts_of_Gestational_Diabetes\"><\/span><span class=\"c18 c20\">The Big Don\u2019ts of Gestational Diabetes<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/uK7QVi5uJ0xBUy-KK6wTJd562A44dYIKi0VUPoN-YOctaZJqXDhoxpw76QnJupW5MscagkE66q4aUzAOwfnI67bK5_brTNwG9w-sOKlACMjsud8zur978Cr1JO_ClOKdIdlLdiag\" alt=\"medication\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.pofdntd464cy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Not_Skip_Your_Gestational_Diabetes_Medications\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Do Not Skip Your Gestational Diabetes Medications<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c4\">With pregnancy, often comes the tendency to skip medications. The hormones are responsible for mood swings and frequent changes in taste buds. However, that is no excuse to compromise on the health factor. Anti-diabetic drugs, health supplements and other medications are highly important and must not be skipped. Often, insulin injections are also prescribed.<\/span><span class=\"c4\"><a class=\"c16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/www.top10about.com\/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1641832900570972&amp;usg=AOvVaw0Wpjd_THXn7KMvMhK28u4k\">&nbsp;<\/a><\/span><span class=\"c2\">This is just to keep blood sugar levels in check. The latest discovery, long acting insulins is a better alternative, as they are safer.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/rN71QRFvl2Zh-c8iP5TJcW4DVj18LLbsqo08nMjgQAU2S8FKGOGS9_h--EndFfbRNjR10ste2aIfqGzMYmX6acqUlgSq1Q1JjFdWvmsK_XTGIP3t7TNmyBMXrP5zUxRRtcMLreoO\" alt=\"avoid junk\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.usznynrla9eb\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stay_Away_from_Sugary_Goodness\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Stay Away from Sugary Goodness<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">As much as the cakes, pies and cookies tempt us, they are not good for your health. They contain large amounts of refined white flour and processed carbohydrates, which will increase your blood sugar levels immediately and damage organs like the heart, blood vessels, liver and kidneys.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">Every time you are tempted or feel like you are craving sugar, snack on raisins, prunes, dates and other sweet dry fruits, which are more than just sugar. The antioxidant content and the minute amounts of minerals contribute to your dietary needs too. Almonds, cashews, and walnuts are rich in vitamins and have essential fatty acids that take the nutritional level several notches higher and the calories count much lower.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/tKQdxN9V7_5xI5Cr1YCJXsY0hqODlP9qvW1kv55FZof4VZ4ntt40x4TFDXOfchef5JFYCtnDqyseAj30R0sE0cTu8IhgZ83AxWL7SIO4pbT805r0NqvmSHiZCdpBLV-Y7LXIn70q\" alt=\"test\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.ys958c25aap7\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Not_Fret_Too_Much_Over_Glucose_Levels_in_the_Diet\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Do Not Fret Too Much Over Glucose Levels in the Diet<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">While it is okay to want to achieve those desirable figures as stated in the charts and directed by the nutritionist, it is sometimes difficult to achieve these targets. It is mainly because of your metabolism or other factors. Given the circumstances, try not to fret about it and let things take their natural course. Stress and tension will only aggravate your cardiovascular health and in turn, affect the baby. Thus, it is advisable to visit the doctor and take suitable measures as directed by them, instead of trying things on your own.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/zRBLfei_z13mtJ24qUYRcP63xkz6DpVzaZ867IyeL474FUdbmAYjsMr_ankoz9a8-p4hYpP-4ZUEqYDmIbkP-IiR3pO-wngV6e_FCOmv3A8l36IUsvR5OzRUw2idmliLbP1XO17l\" alt=\"stay calm\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.nh2n6u7wgsxx\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Caffeine_Alcohol_and_Soft_Carbonated_Drinks\"><\/span><span class=\"c9\">Avoid Caffeine, Alcohol and Soft Carbonated Drinks<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">Alcohol dehydrates the body, whereas soft carbonated drinks affect the pH levels of the digestive system. Not to forget, they are loaded with preservatives and unnecessary sugar that can be clogged in the bloodstream without being utilized, remaining stagnant for long and then affecting the kidneys in the next cycle of blood purification. Caffeine also reportedly hampers the development of the Central Nervous System (CNS) in the fetus.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">A varying chunk, around three to ten percent of the world\u2019s pregnancies is affected by this complication, going by the statistical surveys conducted. When left untreated, the baby can develop obesity in his childhood, leading to type 2 diabetes in later life. On the other hand, the mother stands at the risk of C-section and pre-eclampsia (high blood pressure due to pregnancy).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/how-to-control-blood-sugar-levels-during-pregnancy\/\">Read More: <em>How to Control Blood Sugar Levels During Pregnancy?<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"c2\">With the sedentary lifestyle, pollution and changes in a gene pool, these complications in pregnancy have become very common. Some amount of knowledge gained from experts and valuable insights from thorough check-ups along with a healthy diet and an active lifestyle are the basics for combating further complications during childbirth.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":8400,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[9,6,7,14],"class_list":["post-249","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diabetes-basics","tag-blood-sugar-level","tag-diabetes","tag-diabetes-care","tag-gestational-diabetes"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/249"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=249"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/249\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":32611,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/249\/revisions\/32611"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8400"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=249"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=249"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=249"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}