Eating for gestational diabetes

Ling Wong, MS, CHC Holistic Nutrition and Wellness Coach, shares advice for pregnant women on the best diet to help control and treat gestational diabetes during pregnancy
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The best way to control gestational diabetes is through a diet and exercise. Try to eat meals that have a low glycemic load, for example pair whole grains with vegetables with some lean protein and good fats. And try to avoid processed and sugary foods as much as you can. They can spike your insulin level and create blood sugar level fluctuation. Cinnamon is a great spice to use to control blood sugar level. It also has a naturally sweet taste that can help satisfy a sweet tooth without any added sugar.

Ling Wong, MS, CHC Holistic Nutrition and Wellness Coach, shares advice for pregnant women on the best diet to help control and treat gestational diabetes during pregnancy

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Ling Wong, MS, CHC

Holistic Nutrition & Wellness Coach

Ling Wong, MS, CHHC, AADP, is the founder and director of Thoughts For Foods Holistic Health Coaching, and mother of a 21-month-old boy. She is a holistic nutrition and wellness coach specializing in preconception wellness, pre- and post-natal health, as well as mom-focused family nutrition. Ling holds a Master of Science degree in Holistic Nutrition from Clayton College of Natural Health and Professional Training at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition.

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The best way to control gestational diabetes is through a diet and exercise. Try to eat meals that have a low glycemic load, for example pair whole grains with vegetables with some lean protein and good fats. And try to avoid processed and sugary foods as much as you can. They can spike your insulin level and create blood sugar level fluctuation. Cinnamon is a great spice to use to control blood sugar level. It also has a naturally sweet taste that can help satisfy a sweet tooth without any added sugar.