Can overeating during pregnancy be harmful?

IVF experts of the best IVF centre in Delhi – Gunjan IVF World share their take on the impacts of overeating or binge eating during pregnancy in this article.

Pregnancy is a wonderful time for every woman to experience. Some women tend to gain weight and become plump because of overeating during pregnancy. Research shows that expectant mothers are actually increasing their health risks by overeating during pregnancy. Read this informative article by IVF experts of the best IVF centre in Ghaziabad – Gunjan IVF World.

Does overeating during pregnancy cause any complications?

“It is natural that you feel hungry very often during pregnancy. But that does not mean, you have to overeat. You should eat food that are nutrient-rich and go for a balanced diet that supports both the mother and baby’s health. Eating excess food during pregnancy can have a negative impact on the baby’s health,” said Dr. Gunjan Gupta Govil, renowned gynecologist and Founder & Director, Gunjan IVF World – the best IVF clinic in Ghaziabad. Gunjan IVF World also has three other highly advanced clinic in Janakpuri, Meerut and Noida.

What could be the risks associated with overeating during pregnancy?

Excessive eating during pregnancy can lead to many health complications. Some of them have been listed below.

Gestational diabetes: “Overeating and gaining excessive body weight can lead to gestational diabetes or pregnancy induced diabetes. The increased sugar levels in the pregnant woman can raise the insulin levels within the baby which may get stored in its body as fat thereby putting it at risk of obesity or type-2 diabetes,” commented Dr. Aastha Raheja, Consultant at the leading IVF clinic in Ghaziabad – Gunjan IVF World.

Unnecessary weight gain: “Eating more than required during pregnancy can result in weight gain which can adversely affect a woman physically. It can lead to leg pain, back pain, unwanted joint pressures, etc.” mentioned Dr. Garima Sharma, Consultant and Centre In-Charge of the best IVF clinic in Janakpuri, Gunjan IVF World.

High blood pressure: “Excessive eating can also lead to the development of high blood pressure among pregnant women. It also increases the risk of developing other health concerns like preeclampsia i.e. too much protein in urine along with high blood pressure,” says Dr. Anshu Dhar, well-known gynaecologist and Consultant of Gunjan IVF World – North India’s most awarded IVF clinic in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad.

Premature delivery: “Studies show that women indulging in overeating during pregnancy are at a higher risk of delivering premature babies. Not just that, it also increases the chances of the baby developing birth defects,” added Dr. Shubhda Gupta, Consultant at Gunjan IVF World – the leading IVF clinic in Noida.

Binge eating is also associated with increased chances of miscarriages, birth complications, infections post-delivery, etc.

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