Let’s talk gestational diabetes! This is a condition where your body struggles to regulate blood sugar during pregnancy — totally normal for some, but important to keep an eye on. They test for this around 25 weeks. Enter: the glucola test. That bright, syrupy drink they give you around 24–28 weeks. It contains 50g of pure glucose, plus artificial flavors, food dyes (like Red 40 or Yellow 6), brominated vegetable oil, and preservatives. Yes... seriously. Toxic? yes. Especially if you’re avoiding chemicals during pregnancy. But here’s what most docs won’t tell you: There are alternatives. Try asking for: 🥬 The Fresh Test (a cleaner, dye-free option) 🩸Wear a CGM (continuous glucose monitor) throughout 2nd trimester. 🍊Or have real food: 12 oz of orange juice (33g sugar) + 1 medium banana (14g sugar) = 47g of sugar ...basically the same load as glucola, but from whole food sources your body actually recognizes. You have options — and a right to know what’s going into your body. Always ask questions. Always advocate for yourself. You’re the CEO of your birth. Don’t forget it. #pregnancywellness #gestationaldiabetes #glucosetest #informedpregnancy #veeshoneyapproved #holisticpregnancy