Nutritional therapy, the main aspect
of GDM management, is based on women’s ideal
body weight of: (a) 30kcal/kg and a BMI (body
mass index) of 22 - 25; (b) 24 kcal/kg and a BMI of
26 - 29; and, (c) 12 to15 kcal/kg and a BMI of 30
and greater. In addition, it is recommended that meals
need to be composed of: 50-60% carbohydrates;
25-30% lipids; and, 10-20% proteins.25 The
American Diabetes Association (ADA)1 recommends