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How Blood Sugar Influences Brain Health
By Austin Perlmutter, MD
To think, act and feel in any way, your brain requires access to large amounts of consistent energy. For most of us, that energy comes in the form of blood sugar (glucose) which is transported into the brain and used by our brain cells. While it’s been well known that very high and very low blood sugar levels can have acute and significant negative effects on brain function, research is now showing us that long-term blood sugar issues may also play a significant role in our mental and especially our cognitive state. In this article, we’re exploring how blood sugar influences brain health and practical strategies that speak to this science.
