Can diet help manage Gestational Diabetes?

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains why some women develop Gestational Diabetes during pregnancy. He talks about the risk factors and what the reasons might be. Dr Rahman also explains the difference between Gestational Diabetes and being pregnancy as a women with Diabetes.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about what the mothers risk of developing Diabetes is after an episode of gestational diabetes during pregnancy. He talks about how often you should be tested. He also talks about what healthy habits you can get into early on to improve your chances longer term.

Salma Mehar, Consultant Diabetes Dietician, talks about Gestational Diabetes as well as Women with Diabetes who are pregnant. She talks about how important it is to know how much carbohydrate you are eating.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains that you are at increased risk of Diabetes after Gestational Diabetes and this should be tested for at your GP. HE gives valuable advice on good ways to reduce the risk.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about how diet is important for women with Gestational Diabetes. He explains how taking care of your Carbohydrate intake will help your blood sugar control. He also goes on to talk about Gestational Diabetes and weight management.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about medicines which can be used to treat Gestational Diabetes.