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Maternal diet and gestational diabetes mellitus development.
Malgorzata Mizgier1, Grazyna Jarzabek-Bielecka2, Kinga Mruczyk1
1Department of Morphological and Health Sciences, Dietetic Division, Faculty of Physical Culture in Gorzów Wielkopolski, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poznan, Poland.
Summary
Maternal dietary habits, particularly a "Western diet" high in fat and saturated fatty acids before and during early pregnancy, are linked to an increased risk of developing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Maternal Health
- Endocrinology
Background:
- Glucose tolerance disorders require preventative measures.
- Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) poses risks to maternal and fetal health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between maternal dietary patterns and the risk of developing GDM.
- To identify specific nutritional factors contributing to GDM development.
Main Methods:
- Evaluated the nutrition of 55 pregnant women using 3-day food records and food frequency questionnaires (FFQ).
- Assessed pre-pregnancy nutrition solely via FFQ.
- Categorized participants into uncomplicated pregnancy (n=42) and GDM (n=13) groups based on oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) results.
Main Results:
- Significant differences in daily fat intake (32.1% vs. 36.2%) were observed between groups.
- The GDM group exceeded recommended dietary intake standards for total fat, saturated fatty acids (SFA), and monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA).
- The GDM group more frequently consumed foods characteristic of a "Western diet".
Conclusions:
- A "Western diet" pattern is associated with a higher risk of GDM.
- Elevated energy intake from total fat and SFA in early pregnancy and pre-pregnancy may contribute to GDM development.
- Dietary modifications focusing on fat intake could be crucial for GDM prevention.
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