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Effect of a Low-Glycemic Load Diet Intervention on Maternal and Pregnancy Outcomes in Obese Pregnant Women.

Author: De HaeneJessica, GoletzkeJanina, KingJanet C, MurphyElizabeth J, Perez-RodriguezMarcela, StotlandNaomi E

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Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.

Overview

This study compared the effect of a low-glycemic load (GL) diet to a high-GL diet during the second half of pregnancy in obese women. The study found that a low-GL diet did not improve pregnancy outcomes in obese women, but dietary counseling reduced the risk of adverse outcomes compared to non-study women.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
The increased prevalence of obese, pregnant women who have a higher risk of glucose intolerance warrants the need for nutritional interventions to improve maternal glucose homeostasis. In this study, the effect of a low-glycemic load (GL) (<i>n</i> = 28) was compared to a high-GL (<i>n</i> = 34) die...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7996780/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Low-Glycemic Load Diet in Obese Pregnant Women

Pregnancy is a journey through a vast and changing desert landscape, with unique challenges and needs. Obesity during pregnancy presents its own set of hurdles, increasing the risk of complications for both mother and child. This study investigates the effects of a low-glycemic load (GL) diet on pregnancy outcomes in obese women. The researchers compared a low-GL group to a high-GL group, assessing various metabolic and anthropometric parameters.

Dietary Interventions: Navigating the Desert of Pregnancy

The researchers found that a low-GL diet did not significantly improve pregnancy outcomes in obese women. While the study did not show a clear benefit of a low-GL diet in this population, it did reveal that dietary counseling was associated with reduced risk of adverse outcomes compared to those who received only routine care. This suggests that nutritional guidance and support may be key to navigating the challenges of pregnancy, especially for obese women.

Healthy Habits: Oasis in the Pregnancy Desert

This research emphasizes the importance of nutritional guidance and support during pregnancy, especially for obese women. While a low-GL diet alone may not provide a silver bullet solution, it can be part of a comprehensive approach to improving pregnancy outcomes. It's like creating a series of oases along the path of pregnancy, providing essential resources and support for mothers and their developing babies.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study explores the impact of a low-glycemic load diet on pregnancy outcomes in obese women. While the findings do not support a clear benefit of a low-GL diet alone, they highlight the importance of nutritional counseling and support for improving pregnancy outcomes in this population. It's like finding a path through the desert of pregnancy, providing guidance and resources to ensure a healthier journey for both mother and child.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2021-05-10
  2. Date Revised 2021-05-10
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Pubmed ID

33652705

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC7996780

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