Blood sugar on the brain
But does elevated blood sugar also have a bearing on brain power in people with heart disease, even if they do not meet the threshold of a diabetes diagnosis? That's the question Dr. Allison Goldfine, associate professor of medicine at Harvard-affiliated Joslin Diabetes Center, sought to answer in her recent research. She and her colleagues conducted a battery of mental function tests on a group of men with stable coronary artery disease and cardiovascular risk factors. All were able to function independently and had no signs of advanced dementia.
To continue reading this article, you must log in.
Subscribe to Harvard Health Online for immediate access to health news and information from Harvard Medical School.
- Research health conditions
- Check your symptoms
- Prepare for a doctor's visit or test
- Find the best treatments and procedures for you
- Explore options for better nutrition and exercise
I'd like to receive access to Harvard Health Online for only $4.99 a month.
Sign Me UpAlready a member? Login ».
Disclaimer:
As a service to our readers, Harvard Health Publishing provides access to our library of archived content. Please note the date of last review or update on all articles.
No content on this site, regardless of date, should ever be used as a substitute for direct medical advice from your doctor or other qualified clinician.
