Can I eat baked sweet potatoes with cheese if I have high blood sugar in the late stages of pregnancy?

Jul 01, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I am currently in the late stage of pregnancy, but my blood sugar levels have been slightly high during each prenatal checkup. Today, I really wanted to eat baked sweet potato with cheese. Is it okay for me to eat baked sweet potato with cheese during the late stage of pregnancy if I have high blood sugar?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Pregnant women with high blood sugar in the late stages of pregnancy are not advised to eat cheese-baked sweet potatoes. The reasons are as follows: 1. High sugar content in cheese: Cheese is a type of dairy product belonging to the cheese category and has relatively high sugar content. For pregnant women with high blood sugar in late pregnancy, consuming high-sugar foods may cause a rapid increase in blood glucose levels, which is not conducive to managing the condition. 2. Increased glycemic index from baking sweet potatoes: Sweet potatoes themselves are high in fiber, which helps enhance immunity and maintain healthy skin. However, during the baking process, their glycemic index significantly increases. Especially when combined with cheese, the glycemic index may rise above 75, which is unfavorable for individuals with high blood sugar. 3. Control of total calorie intake: In the late stages of pregnancy, fetal development is nearly mature, and there is no need for excessive additional nutrition; therefore, total calorie intake should be controlled. Cheese-baked sweet potatoes are high in calories, which is not beneficial for blood sugar control or weight management during pregnancy.