High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a common ingredient in processed foods
UCLA study fed two groups of rats a solution containing HFCS for six weeks, one group was supplemented with brain-boosting omega-3 fatty acids
After six weeks, rats without omega-3 supplements developed resistance to insulin, disrupting learning and causing memory loss
HFCS is commonly found in soda, condiments, applesauce, baby food, and other processed snacks
The average American consumes over 40 pounds (ca. 18 kg) of HFCS per year
The Standard American Diet (SAD) is filled with sugar, high omega-6 fatty acids, excessive calories, trans fats, processed foods, and pesticide-laden foods
SAD has been linked to Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, depression, and obesity
A diet high in sugar harms your body and brain, it's essential to be mindful of food choices and opt for healthier options to prevent chronic health conditions.
Do you enjoy drinking soda and eating processed foods? If so, you may want to reconsider your habits after reading this latest study. Researchers at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) found that a steady diet of high-fructose corn syrup, a common ingredient in processed foods, have a significant impact on your brainpower.
The study involved two groups of rats that were fed a solution containing high-fructose corn syrup for six weeks. One group was supplemented with brain-boosting omega-3 fatty acids, while the other was not. Before the sugar drinks began, the rats were trained in a complicated maze. After six weeks, the rats were placed back in the maze to test their memory.
The Results: A closer look at the rat brains revealed that those without the omega-3 supplements had developed resistance to insulin, a hormone that controls blood sugar and regulates brain function. This resistance to insulin disrupts learning and cause memory loss.
High-Fructose Corn Syrup: High-fructose corn syrup is commonly found in soda, condiments, applesauce, baby food, and other processed snacks. The average American consumes more than 40 pounds (ca. 18 kg) of high-fructose corn syrup per year, according to the US Department of Agriculture.
The Standard American Diet (SAD) is filled with sugar, high omega-6 fatty acids, excessive calories, trans fats, processed foods, and pesticide-laden foods. This type of diet has been linked to Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, depression, and obesity, which are all growing national health epidemics.
The impact of sugar on brain health cannot be ignored. It is essential to eliminate the risk factors associated with Alzheimer's disease and other chronic health conditions. A diet high in sugar can harm the body and brain, so it is essential to be mindful of the foods we consume and opt for healthier options.
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