Sillygoose

Hi, I'm new, my name is Emily. I was diagnosed with PCOS yesterday. I go for my glucose test Friday. I've had the test before, when I was pregnant. With my first child I took the 1 hour and then had to go back for the 3 hour test. I remember back then, they gave me a sheet of what I should eat a few days before the 3 hour test. I was not told what to do this time. Am I supposed to do the carbo load thing the same way as when I was tested for gestational diabetes or am I supposed to do that at all? I will appreciate any help anyone can give me. Thanks bunches!

Your new cyster,
Emily

nobimbo

It is recommended to have at least 150 grams of carbs a day for the three days prior to the test (if you are not following a low carb diet, then you don't have to worry about it). If you were to limit your carbs, then you might have an exaggerated glucose response during the test. Other than that, there is no special preparation.

Linda

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Sillygoose

Thank you so much for your help!

Emily