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:

• Option A: Eating twice as much is unnecessary; a pregnant woman needs a balanced, moderate increase in calories, not double.
• Option B: Any alcohol consumption during pregnancy is unhealthy, including beer.
• Option C: Gestational diabetes requires managing blood sugar, so limiting sugar intake is a healthy choice.
• Option D: Typical healthy weight gain during pregnancy is more (e.g., 25 - 35 pounds for a normal - weight woman), so 5 - 8 pounds is too little.

Answer:

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