The Sugar Trap: What You Need to Know

Let’s chat about something that’s hiding in plain sight: SUGAR.

Sugar isn’t just in candy or soda—it’s lurking in yogurt, pasta sauce, even your “healthy” granola. It can sneak in as syrup, cane juice or fructose. Too much sugar and your energy throws tantrums. Your cells start protesting with inflammation. It’s like inviting sugar to sneak into your brain’s VIP section and nobody wants that rave.

Here’s the part that really gives me pause - researchers across the globe refer to Alzheimer’s as Type 3 Diabetes. It’s not an official diagnosis, but it’s a powerful concept. Just like type 2 diabetes affects how our body uses insulin, Alzheimer’s seems to mirror similar issues—insulin resistance and disrupted sugar metabolism in the brain. Alzheimer's Disease is Type 3 Diabetes - Evidence Reviewed

In other words, when sugar becomes too abundant, your brain's insulin signaling may
falter—something that has been linked to cognitive decline Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome

Still skeptical? It’s not just about theory. Studies consistently show that even moderately elevated blood sugar—without full-blown diabetes—can speed up brain aging and memory issues. Why Doctors are Calling Alzheimer's Type 3 Diabetes

What You Can Do (That Actually Works)

• Eat whole foods—think colorful veggies, nuts, seeds, berries, and healthy fats. These help keep blood sugar steady and your brain powered.
• Read the labels—if sugar shows up early, it's time to pass. Avoid surprising, sweet spots.
• Move a little—even short walks after meals help your body process sugar better.

Why Five Plus Protein Bars Are Different

We built our bars to be the kind of fuel your body—and brain—can high-five.

• No added sugar, just natural sweetness from monk fruit and stevia.
• Plant-powered proteins + fiber along with spices like turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon which may have anti-inflammatory properties.
• No sugar crashes, just clean energy you can count on.

Because protecting your body means protecting your brain—today and tomorrow. Stay sharp, stay healthy, and I’ll be in your inbox next month with more cheeky insights.

To your health (the low-sugar way),

Bridget Grover PA-C, MA-law