🔹 🍽 Eat 3 Balanced Meals and 3 Healthy Snacks

• Spread carbohydrate intake throughout the day instead of consuming large amounts at once to avoid blood sugar spikes.
• Each meal should include a healthy source of carbohydrates, protein, and vegetables for better glucose control.

🔹 🥖 Choose Healthy Carbohydrates

• Opt for whole grains like whole wheat bread, brown rice, and oats instead of refined carbs.
• Replace white pasta with whole grain pasta or quinoa.
• Choose low-glycemic fruits such as berries, apples, and pears instead of high-sugar fruits like bananas or grapes.

🔹 🥩 Include Protein in Every Meal

• Protein helps keep you full longer and does not raise blood sugar levels.
• Choose lean protein sources like grilled chicken, fish, eggs, nuts, and legumes.

🔹 🥦 Eat More Vegetables and Low-Carbohydrate Fruits

• Make non-starchy vegetables like broccoli, cucumbers, and lettuce a key part of your meals.
• Some fruits, like strawberries and guava, are great choices for gestational diabetes as they contain lower sugar levels.

🔹 🥑 Add Healthy Fats

• Healthy fats do not raise blood sugar and are essential for heart health.
• Include avocados, olive oil, and unsalted nuts as good sources of healthy fats.

🔹 🚫 Limit Processed Foods and Added Sugars

• Avoid sugary treats, soda, and processed foods that contain hidden sugars.
• If needed, replace sugar in beverages with small amounts of natural sweeteners like honey.

🔹 💧 Stay Hydrated

• It is recommended to drink at least 2 liters of water per day to support metabolism and regulate blood sugar levels.