“Fueling the Brain Without the Crash: Blood Sugar & Down Syndrome”
In this episode
Why blood sugar balance matters for brain health, energy, mood, and cognition
How the brain relies on a steady supply of glucose to function properly
Why individuals with Down syndrome may be more vulnerable to blood sugar dysregulation
The connection between metabolic health, insulin resistance, and long-term cognitive risk
Current screening recommendations for diabetes and Alzheimer-type dementia in Down syndrome
Practical lifestyle strategies that may support steadier blood sugar throughout the day
What the evidence says about supplements, dietary approaches, and emerging…
The skinny
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