Top Foods to Eat During Gestational Diabetes

Reviewed by: Dr. Nikita Toshi

Disclaimer: Informative, not prescriptive.

Whole Grains

Include whole grains like oats, barley, quinoa, and sorghum in your gestational diabetes diet. They're high in fiber, aiding digestion, and reducing blood glucose spike.

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Leafy Vegetables and Legumes

Adding veggies like beans, peas, lentils, spinach, and lettuce to your diet stabilizes blood sugar and supports you and your baby's health.

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Dal Sprouts

Include steamed or boiled mung dal and chana sprouts in your diet. They're packed with proteins, vitamins and fiber.

Unsweetened Yoghurt

Yogurt has beneficial bacteria crucial for gut health, helps digestion. It's a recommended protein source for diabetics.

Soya Chunks

Soya is a good source of protein and fiber. It can be utilized for healthy recipes.

Nuts and seeds

Almonds, walnuts, and peanuts are low in carbs and high in healthy fats, protein, and fiber, which are great for your heart health.

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Virgin Olive Oil

Olive oil is packed with healthy fats and antioxidants, which can reduce inflammation linked to type 2 diabetes and obesity.

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Avocado

The egg white has protein, and the yolk has healthy fats . Opt for healthy, completely cooked preparations of eggs like full boiled egg or vegetable loaded omelette.

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Fruits

Choose fresh fruits like oranges, guava, avocado and green apple. Check your blood sugar levels and consume fruits in small portions to avoid sugar spikes.

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