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Gestational DM and Diet Control

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Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is one of the most common pregnancy complications. Diet therapy is one of the important parts of treatment. Many studies reported appropriate nutrition intake is beneficial for glycemic control and prevention of related adverse perinatal outcome. This review provides an overview of the dietary intervention of pregnant women with GDM.

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Mac, TL. Gestational DM and Diet Control. Curr Obstet Gynecol Rep 4, 139–141 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13669-015-0120-4

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