By eigindia Higher blood glucose levels, shy of the diabetic range, increase the risk for dementia in adults, new data from the longitudinal study suggest that both diabetic and non-diabetic individuals with elevated blood sugar are at greater risk for cognitive decline.
The study observed that individuals with fasting glucose levels in the upper-normal or pre-diabetic range were more likely to develop dementia over time compared to those with lower glucose levels. This link remained significant even after adjusting for other risk factors such as age, blood pressure, smoking, and cholesterol.
These findings underscore the importance of maintaining healthy blood glucose levels through regular exercise, a balanced diet, weight control, and routine medical check-ups — not only to prevent diabetes but also to safeguard long-term brain health.