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The Role of Phytochemicals and Plant-Based Diets in Gestational Diabetes: Evidence from Clinical Trials

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  • Kataryna Jaworsky

    (Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, School of Integrated Health Sciences, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV 89154, USA
    Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV 89154, USA)

  • Pamela DeVillez

    (Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, School of Integrated Health Sciences, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV 89154, USA)

  • Arpita Basu

    (Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, School of Integrated Health Sciences, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV 89154, USA)

Abstract

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is defined as glucose intolerance identified during pregnancy. The increased risk of pregnancy complications and the adverse health effects for the mother and baby associated with GDM require urgent and effective ways to control the condition. The primary goal of this semi-quantitative review was to examine the effects of phytochemicals and plant-based diets on GDM in clinical studies involving women undergoing pregnancy and to summarize the findings for application in clinical practice and disease management. The articles included in this review show that intervention strategies, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds, and tea, may be beneficial in the management of GDM and lower blood glucose and improve adverse pregnancy outcomes in these women. The randomized controlled trials reviewed collectively show improved glycemic control markers, blood lipid values, and body weight and composition when supplemented with phytochemical-rich supplements and foods compared to those in the control groups. The findings support the clinical observations of lower GDM risks in women consuming plant-derived diets rich in phytochemicals. Nutrition interventions involving plant-based foods and diets are thus a practical way to reduce hyperglycemia both in patients diagnosed with GDM and those at high risk for the development of GDM.

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  • Kataryna Jaworsky & Pamela DeVillez & Arpita Basu, 2023. "The Role of Phytochemicals and Plant-Based Diets in Gestational Diabetes: Evidence from Clinical Trials," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 20(5), pages 1-16, February.
  • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:20:y:2023:i:5:p:4188-:d:1081083
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    1. Andrew N Reynolds & Ashley P Akerman & Jim Mann, 2020. "Dietary fibre and whole grains in diabetes management: Systematic review and meta-analyses," PLOS Medicine, Public Library of Science, vol. 17(3), pages 1-22, March.
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