A 35-year-old woman in her second trimester is diagnosed with gestational diabetes. She is advised to monitor her blood sugar levels and follow a specific diet.
Question:
Which of the following dietary recommendations is most appropriate for managing gestational diabetes?
1
High-carbohydrate, low-fat diet
2
Low-protein, high-sugar diet
3
Balanced diet with controlled carbohydrate intake and frequent small meals
4
No carbohydrate intake