Gestational diabetes: What is it? Who is at risk? How is it detected?

Oct 8, 2011 - Cristin Harber

If you have just been diagnosed with gestational diabetes during pregnancy, here are ways to eat healthy and keep your gestational diabetes under control.

Jan 14, 2011 - Brenda Lane

A pregnant woman can develop gestational diabetes during her pregnancy. Here is what a woman needs to know about the condition.

Dec 28, 2010 - Tamara Frank

About 20% of expectant moms are diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Although this diagnosis seems threatening, gestational diabetes is actually easily managed.

Mar 6, 2010 - Anna Inger

The first step towards controlling gestational diabetes is following a regular yet flexible diet plan. Carbohydrate counting can be used to keep sugar levels normal.

Nov 23, 2009 - Mariam Anthony

Elevated blood glucose during pregnancy can increase a woman's risk of developing Type II diabetes in the future. It also increases risks for her unborn child.

Aug 1, 2009 - Adrienne Larocque

The physiologic changes associated with pregnancy can make it more difficult for the mother's body to keep blood sugar levels normal.

Sep 30, 2008 - Kenneth Rosen

All women are typically screened for gestational diabetes during pregnancy. Here are answers to all of your questions about glucose testing, diet changes and labor.

Oct 13, 2006 - Brenda Lane

Gestational diabetes increases the risk of pregnancy complications and c-section deliveries. Proper diabetes management can help reduce these risks.

Oct 23, 2010 - Jody Morse

New research suggests that there is a link between gestational diabetes and serotonin during pregnancy. Prevention is possible by eating plenty of protein.

Jun 29, 2010 - Brenda Lane

Once diagnosed with gestational diabetes, there are important steps a pregnant woman should take to manage the condition following medical advice and proper nutrition.

Aug 23, 2009 - Katherine Brind'Amour

The link between gestational diabetes and type 2 diabetes is unmistakable and more women need to be made aware of their risk factors.

Feb 18, 2011 - Pamela Rodriguez

Diabetes during pregnancy can increase the risk of complications, so the development of an artificial pancreas is a welcome advance.

Jan 31, 2011 - Veronica Mitchell

Research shows that tryptophan in the mother's diet can prevent gestational diabetes. Learn what experts say about other ways to avoid gestational diabetes.

Jan 31, 2011 - Brenda Lane

How can you figure out whether or not you may have gestational diabetes? Here are some signs and symptoms to pay attention to.

Jan 21, 2011 - Brenda Lane

Gestational Diabetes causes high blood glucose levels because hormones block the body's use of insulin. Treatment includes diet, exercise, and insulin.

Nov 10, 2010 - Caron Pescatore

High blood sugar in pregnancy strikes many women, and is diagnosed with gestational diabetes test results. So, what is normal blood sugar in pregnancy?

May 13, 2010 - Victoria Nicks

Diabetes is the seventh most common cause of death in the US. The best way to fight back is to be educated about the condition. Here are a few basics.

Nov 16, 2010 - Michele Evans

Due to the fact that many house cats today are overweight or obese, the incidence of feline diabetes is on the rise.

Sep 12, 2008 - Stephanie Becker

Understanding diabetes results in proper adjustment, leading to effective control of the disease.

Jan 1, 2011 - Rhys Emmanuel