A high protein low glycemic index diet has no adverse effect on blood pressure in pregnant women with overweight or obesity: a secondary data analysis of a randomized clinical trial.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The objective of this analysis was to evaluate the effect of a diet rich in animal protein and low in glycemic index on blood pressure during pregnancy.

Design

This post hoc, secondary data analysis of a randomized controlled trial, evaluated blood pressure in pregnant participants who were randomized either to an ad libitum diet with high protein and low glycemic index, rich in dairy and seafood, or an ad libitum control diet according to national recommendations.

Setting

The study occurred in pregnant women in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Sample

A total of 279 pregnant females with overweight or obesity were enrolled.

Methods and outcome measure

Blood pressure was measured at 5 timepoints during pregnancy from gestational week 1

SUBMITTER: Larson EA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10702593 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature