Protein drinks during labor may help diabetic moms control blood sugar
NCT ID NCT07571343
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether high-protein drinks during labor can keep blood sugar in a healthier range for pregnant women with insulin-treated diabetes. Sixty women will be randomly assigned to drink either a high-protein beverage or standard clear liquids every four hours during labor. Participants wear a small glucose sensor to track blood sugar levels continuously.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- High-protein beverage (Genius Gourmet Sparkling Protein Water)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple dietary change to help manage blood sugar during labor for women with diabetes.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small pilot study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply widely. The high-protein drink may not improve blood sugar or could be poorly tolerated during labor.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Froedtert Hospital
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53226, United States
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