A group motivated to understand the needs of the aging brain
The brain is mainly fueled with glucose or, simply, sugar. However, it has been known for several years now that the brain prefers to use ketones, derived from fat, for energy.
As the human brain ages, it changes and its ability to use glucose is weakened. A problem that is even more marked in people with Alzheimer’s disease
Knowing that ketones remain a fuel of choice for the aging brain, our team is studying various strategies to close the problematic energy gap.
Discover the laboratoryFinding Alternative Fuel for the Brain
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