Can I eat nectarines if I have high blood sugar during pregnancy?

Aug 24, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

My sister is pregnant and has been drinking a lot of water and urinating frequently. Her prenatal checkup showed high blood sugar. Can she eat nectarines during pregnancy when blood glucose levels are high?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Pan Yongyuan
Pregnant women with high blood sugar can eat nectarines in moderation. Those with gestational diabetes should avoid foods with a high glycemic index in their daily diet. Nectarines have a sugar content of approximately 13%, which is at a moderate level, and they are rich in dietary fiber, helping to prevent rapid post-meal blood sugar spikes. Therefore, pregnant women with gestational diabetes can consume nectarines when their blood glucose levels are well controlled, but the intake amount must be limited.