A recent study reveals that cognitive function was slower with atypical glucose
by, Kathryn Gentile Alvarez, IDS Director of Exercise Physiology, Teen/Young Adult Specialist
A recent study reveals that cognitive function was slower with atypical glucose (hypo or hyperglycemia).
They also found that some people were more susceptible to glucose fluctuations than others. The participants wore a CGM and completed cognitive tests 3 times a day for 15 days while carrying on with their normal day-to-day lives. The results showed that cognitive function was impaired when glucose was significantly higher or lower than usual for processing speed but not in sustained attention.
Additionally, they found that peak cognitive performance occurred with glucose levels slightly above “normal”. Unsurprisingly, this dropped as glucose rose higher. This could be because our brain is able to reset its homeostasis to a higher “normal” based on where our blood sugar tends to sit. If we spend more time at normal glycemia, we can hypothesize that peak performance would shift down.
For more information: https://medicaldialogues.in/diabetes-endocrinology/news/glucose-levels-affect-cognitive-performance-differently-in-people-with-type-1-diabetes-study-127393
My thoughts?
No surprises here. At IDS, we have been teaching this for a long time. This is especially important information to consider when driving, taking a test, making important decisions, and more. If you are looking to increase your time in range, give our office a call and we’ll happily help you reach your goals.
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