Eating habits of pregnant women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: a pilot study
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https://doi.org/10.21527/2176-7114.2024.48.14669Keywords:
Pregnancy, Eating behavior, Healthy dietAbstract
The aim of this study was to evaluate the eating habits of pregnant women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM). The sample was composed of 74 pregnant women with GDM; the majority with age between 20 and 40 years (92%) and with a family income of up to R$ 2090.00 (53%). Among the participants, 44.6% reported that they were diagnosed with GDM in the 1st trimester of pregnancy and 68% of the participants were not concerned about diet before the diagnosis. Fruits (88.3%) were the most consumed foods in the intervals of the large meals. Regarding the diet frequency, most pregnant women reported consuming fruits, vegetables and legumes, milk and dairy products, rice, beans and meat more than five times a week. Foods rich in sodium, sugar, fat and food additives such as fast foods, fried foods, sweets, soft drinks, artificial and in-dustrialized juices and embedded food products were consumed less than once a week, which may indicate an adequacy in food choices. Thus, we can conclude that there is a need for more actions focused on food and nutrition education intended for women with GDM.
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