A healthy mom means a healthy baby. Pregnant mothers are at risk for getting diabetes while pregnant. As always, to help prevent complications, mothers should talk with their doctor before trying to get pregnant. They should ensure that they are at a healthy weight as well as discuss their activity level with their doctor. And finally, they should limit their carbohydrate intake and watch what they drink by switching out sweet drinks with water.
Key Takeaways:
- An expectant mother’s diabetes can have detrimental effects on her new baby.
- Fortunately, there are many steps expectant mothers can take to prevent their risk of developing diabetes during their pregnancy.
- Losing weight, staying active, and ensuring adequate water consumption are just a few of the measures that lower a woman’s risk of developing diabetes.
“Eating a plant-based diet, avoiding added sugars, processed food, preservatives and food that is high in saturated fats are advisable”
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