Maternal and fetal outcomes in gestational diabetes mellitus: a narrative review of dietary interventions.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is associated with a myriad of maternal and fetal complications that severely compromise the mother and child's future health. Dietary interventions are effective in reducing the risk of GDM. However, when diagnosed with GDM in 2nd and 3rd the effectiveness of these interventions on maternal and fetal health remains unexplored. Therefore, this review critically examines existing literature for short- and long-term maternal and fetal outcomes of dietary interventions followed after GDM diagnosis.

Methodology

An extensive literature search through Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science was conducted to include original, full-text articles published in English between 2013 and April 2024. All randomized controlled trials, case-contro

SUBMITTER: Phalle A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11897047 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature