Alzheimer's disease and diabetes share intriguing connections. Research suggests that diabetes may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's. Both conditions involve insulin dysregulation, with diabetes affecting insulin production and Alzheimer's impairing insulin signaling in the brain. This overlap may explain why individuals with diabetes are more prone to Alzheimer's. Additionally, high blood sugar levels in diabetes contribute to inflammation and oxidative stress, damaging blood vessels and nerve cells, similar to the mechanisms observed in Alzheimer's progression. Managing diabetes through diet, exercise, and medication might help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's. Understanding these links underscores the importance of holistic health approaches in combating both diseases, emphasizing lifestyle changes and early intervention to mitigate their impact on cognitive function.
Jun Hua
Johns Hopkins University , United States
Nazneen N Dewji
Cenna Biosciences Inc, United States
Jacqueline London
Paris Diderot University, FranceSubmit your abstract Today
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