Question

A detailed 26-week check-up revealed elevated blood sugar levels. The doctor advised against eating congee and sweets but was asked whether chicken soup and pork rib soup could be consumed, as well as which fruits can be eaten during pregnancy to ensure the baby receives adequate nutrition.

Answer

Gestational diabetes can occur in two situations: one is diabetes present before pregnancy; the other is diabetes that appears or is discovered after pregnancy. Based on your self-measured blood sugar values, although the fasting blood sugar is within the normal range, the post-meal blood sugar has not reached the standard completely. For gestational diabetes, dietary control is important, but it should not be overly restrictive.