EP. 145: Metabolic Health During Pregnancy & It’s Long Term Effects on Our Children | Lily Nichols
In this episode of the Dr. Tyna show, we’re diving deep into the realm of prenatal and pregnancy metabolic health with registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator Lily Nichols as she unpacks the sobering realities of metabolic health for women and men in their reproductive years and its impact on future generations. Come along as Lily Nichols shares her expertise on gestational diabetes, revealing how maternal blood sugar control affects fetal health and long-term risks. From how we test for and treat gestational diabetes in pregnancy to the significance of metabolic health in preconception preparation, we explore the pivotal connection between metabolic health and the health of future generations.
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On This Episode We Cover:
4:14 - Lily Nichols’s education & work experience
7:21- Insulin resistance in utero
13:58 - Long term health effects of insulin resistance
18:06 - Gestational diabetes treatment & testing
24:49 - Insulin levels throughout pregnancy
28:46 CGM & its use in pregnancy
32:32 - The impact of low metabolic health on the fetus
38:18 - Preparing for pregnancy
45:24 - Metabolic health & fertility
48:34 - BMI during pregnancy
55:05 - The long term effects of malnutrition
58:20 - Exercise during pregnancy & managing blood sugar levels
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