A recent study published in the May issue of Archives of Neurology indicates that diabetes significantly increases the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, with findings from a cohort of 824 nuns, priests, and Catholic brothers showing a 65 percent heightened risk for diabetics. This research highlights a concerning trend as diabetes prevalence rises, paralleling rates seen in the U.S. The discussion raises questions about the impact of diabetes type (Type I vs. Type II) and the importance of disease management, particularly whether well-controlled diabetes influences Alzheimer's risk differently than poorly managed diabetes. The relationship between glucose levels and Alzheimer's, as well as dietary factors contributing to diabetes, is also a point of inquiry.
