India, July 21 -- Gestational diabetes occurs during pregnancy when the body fails to produce enough insulin, resulting in elevated blood sugar levels. Although it often presents without symptoms, untreated gestational diabetes can pose serious risks to both the mother and the baby. On June 15, gynaecologist Dr. Suguna Deepti Kapila shared an Instagram post outlining effective ways to prevent it. Also read | Managing gestational diabetes: Diet plan, lifestyle tips for a healthy pregnancy

The gynaecologist listed down the risk factors of gestational diabetes:

Here are 10 sustainable ways to lower the risk of gestational diabetes:

Skipping meals causes sugar spikes, while steady eating keeps blood sugar balanced.

Choose brown rice, oats...