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Mediterranean Diet as a Management Strategy for Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Narrative Review of the Literature.

Ammara Kashif, Monica Chekera, Anastasios Malakasis, Vaia Sarli, Nikolaos Machairiotis

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5 authors.

Ammara KashifDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, GBR.
Monica ChekeraDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, GBR.
Anastasios MalakasisDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Women's Centre, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, GBR.
Vaia SarliThird Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Attiko University Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens School of Medicine, Athens, GRC.
Nikolaos MachairiotisThird Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Attiko University Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens School of Medicine, Athens, GRC.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a medical complication of glucose intolerance that develops during pregnancy and is among the most common pregnancy complications. If not adequately managed, it can lead to serious fetomaternal complications. Risk factors for developing GDM include maternal age, family history of diabetes, obesity, and diet. Modifiable risk factors, particularly diet, have been extensively studied. Several studies suggest that adherence to the Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) may be associated with a lower incidence of GDM and improved glucose tolerance. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of current knowledge on the use of the MedDiet during pregnancy and its potential as a nutritional intervention for managing GDM.

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gestational diabetes mellitusinsulin resistancemediterranean dietnutritionpregnancy

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PMID41480459
PMCPMC12755863

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