And we’ve got the science to transform those ideas into literal realities.
We’ve long know the importance of a healthy diet to keeping a healthy brain. We know that some foods in particular seem to boost brain function, and we know some foods can have a debilitating effect. And now scientists in Germany have found a direct correlation between elevated blood sugar and poor recall.
The experiment (with a self-reportedly small sample set) included memory tests and brains scans, and as a preliminary step, suggests a need for more study on how glucose directly impacts memory function.
We’ve all had listless days, feeling low, light-headed, and knowing it’s because our blood sugar is too low. But what about those days when we’re pepped up, maybe on overdrive? Getting that “sugar high” and careening around in a whirlwind of jittery limbs? Are we shaking memories right out of our heads?
No need to worry about that for now—more tests are needed. Just add this as yet another reason to practice moderation. Eat healthfully and stay active, and your brain will be thankful. The better your brain functions the more likely you are to remember to eat well.
Afterall, to misquote a certain supermodel: Nothing tastes as delicious as having a healthy mind feels.
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