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3 Hour GTT - special diet before???

KelandNickKelandNick
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Hi ladies,

 I was hoping not to need this board with this pregnancy, but it looks like I'll be back.  I just spoke with the nurse at my OB's office and I failed the 1 hour with 178 when the cut off was 140.

I need to take the 3 hour test now and she sent me a special high carb diet to follow for the three days prior to the test.  It's an insane amount of carbs and food overall as far as I can see.  Then I have to fast the night before.  I don't remember the crazy diet last time.

Did any of you get something similar to follow for the 3 days prior to your 3 hr test?  Just wondering.

 Thanks!

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Re: 3 Hour GTT - special diet before???

  • babya2010babya2010 member
    Yes, the idea behind the higher carb diet is so the 3hr test doesn't "shock" your system so to speak. It won't necessarily make you pass or fail, but will help your body become more accustomed to the higher levels of carbs that you will have after fasting for a while.
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    Ya its pretty standard.
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