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10 surprising ways diabetes and dementia are connected
Diabetes and dementia are closely linked, with insulin and glucose issues affecting brain energy supply, increasing inflammation, and damaging blood vessels associated with memory loss. Some diabetes medications may reduce dementia risk, offering new avenues for protecting brain health during aging.
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