Okay, tell me if this sounds familiar…
You walk into a room to grab something, only to stand there like a confused squirrel thinking, “Wait… why did I come in here?”
Normal aging? Maybe.
But what if I told you that your metabolism—yes, that thing we usually blame for muffin tops and sugar crashes—might be sneakily fast-tracking your brain into foggy territory?
Welcome to the insulin resistance meets Alzheimer’s conversation. I promise it’s not as boring as it sounds.
The “Wait… What?” Moment
A new study just dropped some serious truth: people with early Alzheimer’s who had higher insulin resistance saw their brain function decline four times faster than those with better metabolic health.
FOUR. TIMES. FASTER.
That’s like going from cruising in a minivan to flooring it in a race car—except the finish line is somewhere you don’t want to go.
And here’s the twist: you don’t need to have diabetes. You don’t even have to feel unhealthy. This kind of insulin resistance can fly under the radar… until your brain says, “Nope, I’m out.”
So What’s This Magical Brain-Clue Blood Test?
It’s called the TyG index (short for triglycerides + glucose), and it’s something your doc can run from a regular fasting blood draw. Nothing fancy. No spinal taps or brain scans. Just your good ol’ breakfast-skipping bloodwork.
If your TyG score is high, your brain might be more vulnerable to cognitive decline—especially if you’re already dealing with mild memory issues or early Alzheimer’s.
Why Should You Care?
Because knowledge = power. And power = the ability to slow the heck down the cognitive rollercoaster.
And because you deserve to stay sharp, present, and connected to the people (and cat videos) you love most.
Here’s the Good News (Yes, There’s Good News)
Insulin resistance is not a life sentence. It’s more like a rude houseguest you can kick out—with the right moves.
Your Brain’s Favorite Lifestyle Remix:
🧘♀️ Move your body. Even a little. Chair yoga, Tai Chi, walking in the park while judging people’s landscaping—whatever gets you going.
🥦 Eat like you love your brain. Less sugar, fewer ultra-processed foods, more veggies, healthy fats, fiber, and real food. You know the drill.
🩺 Ask for the test. The TyG index. Say it out loud at your next checkup and watch your doc raise an eyebrow and respect you just a little more.
🧠 Challenge your mind. Read. Learn. Dance. Flirt. Play Wordle. Your brain isn’t done growing. Not even close.
Want to Keep Your Brain (and Balance) for the Long Haul?
If you’re into smart, sassy, science-backed wellness that actually helps you age gracefully-ish, you’ll want to join my newsletter.
Sign up and you’ll get my 5-Day Balance Challenge—that’s 5 short videos over 5 days to help you feel stronger, steadier, and more in control of your body.
