Natural sugars are a major culpret in gestational diabetes. Cutting down is not completely eliminating juices, especially orange juice. If this is hard for you to do, only have a half a glass of o.j. Water and one percent milk are great alternatives to juice. Things like bagels, white bread and pastas should be avoided, they are high in carbohydrates and is absorbed to quickly into your body, causing high blood sugar.
Wheat bread is excellent as it is slowly absorbed.
Spreadable fruit is a yummy choice, instead of jelly, and peanut butter is a great source of protien. Carbohydrate watching is the best diet, rather than watching sugar intake. This because carbohydrates are what determines the breakdown and absorbtion of your sugars. Your doctor will surely discuss your diet alternatives. You must try to stay loyal to your diet to avoid the possibility of insulin use in the future.