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High Blood Sugar Impairs Brain Function in Seniors

4/12/2025

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A groundbreaking study by Baycrest Health Sciences and the University of Toronto reveals that elevated blood sugar levels can impair brain function linked to autonomic regulation, even in those without diabetes. This impact is particularly pronounced in older adults and differs between sexes, underscoring the critical role of age and gender in the interplay between metabolic and brain health.

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A groundbreaking study by Baycrest Health Sciences and the University of Toronto reveals that elevated blood sugar levels can impair brain function linked to autonomic regulation, even in those without diabetes. This impact is particularly pronounced in older adults and differs between sexes, underscoring the critical role of age and gender in the interplay between metabolic and brain health.