concept

gestational diabetes mellitus

Also known as: GDM

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Dietary diversity indicators: cultural preferences and health outcomes ouci.dntb.gov.ua Minatsu Kobayashi, Frank Thielecke · Frontiers Media SA 8 facts

procedureEffective management of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) involves lifestyle modifications, specifically medical nutrition therapy (MNT) and physical activity (PA), with the addition of insulin or metformin if glycaemic control remains inadequate.

claimMicronutrient deficiencies, such as inadequate vitamin D, calcium, and essential minerals, may exacerbate oxidative stress, inflammation, and glycaemic dysregulation in gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), further impacting foetal growth and development.

claimGestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is associated with adverse short- and long-term cardiometabolic outcomes for both the mother and the infant.

claimSubstantial gaps persist in the determination of optimal medical nutrition therapy (MNT) for women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).

measurementGestational diabetes mellitus is a pregnancy complication that affects 20% of pregnancies worldwide.

claimChallenges in medical nutrition therapy (MNT) for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) include individual variation in glucose tolerance and changing maternal physiology and dietary requirements during pregnancy.

claimAchieving optimal glycaemic control in gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) depends on careful macronutrient balance, particularly the distribution and quality of carbohydrate intake and sufficient protein and fat intake.

referenceThe special issue in Nutrients (2025, № 7, p. 1210) explores current evidence and major barriers to optimising dietary therapy for women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), identifies future research priorities to advance clinical practice, improves maternal and foetal outcomes, and addresses gaps in personalised nutrition interventions.

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claimThe special issue titled 'Dietary diversity indicators: cultural preferences and health' identifies future research directions regarding dietary therapy for women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).

claimThe special issue titled 'Dietary diversity indicators: cultural preferences and health' explores current evidence and major barriers to optimizing dietary therapy for women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).

Sleep Across the Lifespan: A Neurobehavioral Perspective link.springer.com Springer Feb 5, 2025 1 fact

claimSleep disturbances in pregnant women are associated with numerous medical conditions, including pre-eclampsia, gestational hypertension, gestational diabetes mellitus, cesarean section, preterm birth, and stillbirth, compared to those without disturbed sleep.