Glucose

Diabetes and dementia are closely linked, with insulin and glucose issues affecting brain energy supply, increasing inflammation, and damaging blood vessels associated with memory loss. Some diabetes medications may reduce dementia risk, offering new avenues for protecting brain health during aging.

Researchers found that fructose affects the body differently from glucose, promoting fat storage and metabolic disease. Fructose may disrupt normal energy regulation, leading to obesity, insulin resistance, and cardiovascular problems. This common sweetener is not just empty calories, but may actively contribute to health issues.