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Hormones and Hunger

Ghrelin levels rise with hunger, signaling the brain to stimulate appetite, while insulin regulates blood glucose after eating, preventing neurotoxicity. The body’s intricate hormonal responses ensure that neurons receive the glucose they need to function, highlighting the balance between sugar intake and brain health. Interestingly, mental clarity can also be achieved in fasted states, challenging the notion that more sugar equals better brain performance.