Less sugar early in life might decrease dementia risk

People who had sugar rationed early in life around World War II had lower dementia risk

A child dips his finger is sugar

Sugar is delicious, but too much of it early in life may be associated with a higher risk of dementia decades later, a new study suggests.

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Parents of toddlers know too well what sugary treats can do. Kids can buzz with energy initially, only to crash or have mood swings later.