Can low carb help with gestational diabetes in pregnancy? August 2 2017 by Dr. Andreas Eenfeldt, MD in Ketosis, Low carb & high fat, PCOS / Fertility Here’s a controversial topic. Can low carb or keto help with gestational diabetes in pregnancy? It makes perfect sense, so why do many people still freak out about it? Here’s our guide and many stories from people who’ve tried it: Can Low Carb Help with Gestational Diabetes in Pregnancy?