Whey protein before carbs may tame pregnancy blood sugar

NCT ID NCT06170905

First seen Dec 16, 2025 · Last updated May 04, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This small study looked at whether drinking whey protein before eating carbohydrates could help pregnant women avoid sharp rises in blood sugar. Twenty-one healthy pregnant women took part. Researchers measured their blood sugar and insulin levels after a sugar drink, with and without whey protein beforehand.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Universityhospital Ulm

    Ulm, 89081, Germany

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