Most people, when asked to describe a gestational diabetes diet, would describe it as being restrictive and difficult. In fact, this is pretty far from the truth. A gestational diabetes diet, in most cases, is very similar to any healthy pregnancy diet. Any pregnant woman is going to be recommended to eat a similar diet with plenty of protein, fiber, and nutrients. This is all necessary to maintain the healthiest diet and lifestyle for your growing baby.

A gestational diabetes diet is going to have a few restrictions, of course. These are normally going to be foods that most pregnant women should avoid, however the consequences of indulging are certainly higher when you have gestational diabetes.  To understand these consequences better, you need to understand the basics of gestational diabetes. [Read more…]