Serum concentrations of SFAs and CDKAL1 single-nucleotide polymorphism rs7747752 are related to an increased risk of gestational diabetes mellitus

ConclusionsThe interaction between high serum palmitic acid concentration and theCDKAL1 rs7747752 G  >  C variant played a critical role in GDM. Given that a hypocaloric low-carbohydrate diet can lower palmitic acid concentrations, it is worthwhile to test whether such a diet is effective in reducing the risk of GDM, especially among women who have both risk factors.
Source: American Journal of Clinical Nutrition - Category: Nutrition Source Type: research