1109. Hidden Connections: Unveiling the Diabetes-Dementia Link

Dr. Martin looks at a new study that's showing a connection between diabetes and dementia. The study is saying that you're 3 times more susceptible for dementia if you develop diabetes before the age of 60. What is going on in our world that Alzheimer's is the number one killer in the UK, and number three in Canada and the US? When it comes to diabetes, we usually wait for an official diagnosis before making any changes to our diet. Unfortunately by this time, it's too late. We ignored the clues our body gave us along the way. Dr. Martin says that prevention starts in the kitchen. If we want to get off the road to diabetes, drastic changes in what food we eat and what fuel we burn will be needed.