Diet
You don't need to go on a special diet just because you are pregnant, but a healthy diet can really help you control your diabetes.
Watch the following clip to hear more about good food choices, foods to avoid and other tips about managing your diet during pregnancy.
- Choose a healthy, balanced diet. Ask your doctor or dietitian for help and advice. See the lists below for good food choices and foods to avoid!
- Remember, you are at higher risk of hypoglycaemia during pregnancy and may need to snack more throughout the day. Choose healthy snacks such as yogurt and fruit.
- Liver
- Pate
- Unpasteurised Soft Cheeses
- Ready Prepared Salads
- Limit Caffeine
- Starchy Foods
- Fruit and Vegetables
- Dairy Products
- Folic acid 5mg (Very important)
- Vitamin D 10ug
- Ask your doctor for a prescription
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