Research
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Lifestyle interventions combining dietary modification and physical exercise are effective first-line preventive strategies for reducing the incidence of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM).
Start early in pregnancy. Aim for 30 minutes of moderate exercise (like cycling or walking) three times a week. Adjust your diet to include more vegetables, fruits, and whole grains (rice/wheat), while reducing processed meats and sweets. Monitor your weight gain and blood glucose as advised by your doctor.
GoodSupportsHIGH confidence
Lifestyle interventions, including dietary intervention and physical exercise, are effective and first-line preventive strategies for GDM prevention and intervention. It can also reduce the progression of high-risk individuals to GDM.
Why this rating
Supported by multiple RCTs and meta-analyses cited in the review.
Source
Prevalence, Prevention, and Lifestyle Intervention of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus in China
Juan Juan et al. · International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health · 2020
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