Mediterranean diet during pregnancy reduces gestational diabetes and weight gain
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Published in PLOS Medicine · View the paper (DOI)
A Mediterranean-style diet has been shown to reduce the risk of gestational diabetes (by 35%) and weight gain (average 1.25 Kg) in pregnant women, particularly those with pre-existing obesity or metabolic risks. The study suggests that this intervention could be effective for high-risk pregnant women.
Coverage from 3 institutions
- Mediterranean diet during pregnancy reduces gestational diabetes and weight gain Queen Mary University of London · Jul 23, 2019 · first to report
- Researchers study effect of Mediterranean diet on pregnancy outcomes PLOS · Jul 23, 2019
- Mediterranean diet during pregnancy associated with improved maternal health outcomes Edelman Public Relations, Seattle · Jul 24, 2019