Question

which statement represents a healthy choice for a pregnant woman?
a mother eats twice as much to support her growing fetus.
a mother switches from drinking liquor to beer while pregnant.
a mother with gestational diabetes decides to limit her sugar intake.
a mother gains 5 to 8 pounds over the course of her pregnancy

Explanation:

To determine a healthy choice for a pregnant woman, we analyze each option:

• "A mother eats twice as much to support her growing fetus": Overeating isn't healthy during pregnancy.
• "A mother switches from drinking liquor to beer while pregnant": Both liquor and beer contain alcohol, which is harmful during pregnancy.
• "A mother with gestational diabetes decides to limit her sugar intake": Gestational diabetes requires managing blood sugar, so limiting sugar is a healthy choice.
• "A mother gains 5 to 8 pounds over the course of her pregnancy": The recommended weight gain during pregnancy is more (varies by pre - pregnancy weight), so this is insufficient and not a sign of a healthy choice.

Answer:

A mother with gestational diabetes decides to limit her sugar intake.