Can fiber supplements help manage gestational diabetes?
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking fiber supplements can help control blood sugar during pregnancy without needing medication. It is for women with gestational diabetes who currently do not require medication.
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Who can take part
- Pregnant with one baby (singleton pregnancy)
- Diagnosed with gestational diabetes but not yet on medication
- Aged 18 to 50 years old
- Fluent in English
- No known bowel disorders, phenylketonuria, or fetal abnormalities
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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