https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 05 Apr 2026 14:16:59 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/meal-ideas-for-gd#post-407836 Tue, 20 Nov 2012 13:25:02 +0000 MaisyMay 407836@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It's all about balancing protein and carbs. I'm a type 2 diabetic, and daily walks are huge, especially if you do it right after a meal, before she has to test again. Also, realize that dairy, fruit, and starches all contain carbs, so she has to balance them. Essentially, anything that ends in -ose (lactose, glucose, fructose, etc) has the ability to raise her sugar and must be eaten with some sort of protein to balance it out. I know that for me, meals like chicken/rice/veggies, or enchiladas, or snacks like sugar free cookies/milk/nuts don't cause me to spike and are pretty filling. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/meal-ideas-for-gd#post-407786 Tue, 20 Nov 2012 13:04:10 +0000 Clementine 407786@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It really depends on the protein, not all proteins are great for GD. For instance, milk protein i.e. lactose is higher in sugar than chicken breast. She should eat dairy, but I would def not go overboard. I didn't have any special recipes, but for me I started really trying to figure out via my food log and glucose exams, which foods triggered higher spikes and just tried to eat as healthy as possible. I'm sorry to hear about you friend, it's great she has someone like you to lean on. Also exercise is really key for maintaining GD as it helps burn the extra glucose. Maybe going on some daily walks with her would be helpful if she is able. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/meal-ideas-for-gd#post-407664 Tue, 20 Nov 2012 11:55:36 +0000 banana 407664@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Lots of protein and veggies! I made an eggplant lasagna that was super good. It tastes awesome out of the freezer too. Basically make a regular lasagna but instead of pasta, use eggplant slices. Super GD friendly and so good! Put lots of cheese and tomato sauce on it (check the tomato sauce to make sure it doesn't have sugar or anything in it). She'll love it! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/meal-ideas-for-gd#post-407635 Tue, 20 Nov 2012 11:45:14 +0000 Weagle 407635@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@blackbird: Perfect! Thanks! I actually didn't do any other searching because I'm sick and lazy :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/meal-ideas-for-gd#post-407629 Tue, 20 Nov 2012 11:43:00 +0000 blackbird 407629@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Did you see this recipe blog? <a href="http://gestationaldiabetesrecipes.com/" rel="nofollow">http://gestationaldiabetesrecipes.com/</a></p> <p>There are lots of ideas! That salad in particular looks delish! So does the red beef curry. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/meal-ideas-for-gd#post-407481 Tue, 20 Nov 2012 10:46:02 +0000 Weagle 407481@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ok, guys, I need some help. A good friend of mine is going through a lot with her high risk pregnancy (with twins!). She's had lots of complications including gestational diabetes. Some of us are getting together to provide meals from now until the babes are born (cross your fingers for December). What foods did you especially like if you had GD? What are the dietary restrictions? I'm assuming high protein/fiber? I'm in a food rut with no restrictions, so any help is appreciated! </p>