To reduce risk of the development of type 2 diabetes after pregnancy, health professional strongly advise women to _______.

a. avoid excessive weight gain during and after pregnancy
b. gain less than the recommended weight indicated for their BMI at conception
c. control blood glucose with insulin or medications rather than rely on diet and exercise if diagnosed with gestational diabetes
d. follow a low-carbohydrate diet if diagnosed with gestational diabetes
e. avoid foods high in sugar and alcohol


Answer: A

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