Gestational diabetes from A to Z

Table 5 The ACOG recommendations of the caloric requirements, composition and distribution throughout the day in pregnant women with diabetes[167]

Caloric requirements
	Normal BMI	30-35 kcal/kg per day
	< 90% of Normal BMI	30-40 kcal/kg per day
	> 120% of Normal BMI	24 kcal/kg per day
Caloric composition
	Complex, high-fiber CHO	40%-50%
	Proteins	20%
	Unsaturated fats	30%-40%
Caloric distribution
	Breakfast	10%-20%
	Lunch	20%-30%
	Dinner	30%-40%
	Snacks	Up to 30%

BMI: Body mass index; CHO: Carbohydrates.