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Glucose is the primary energy source for the brain, including the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus is a critical brain region responsible for regulating numerous homeostatic functions such as hunger, thirst, temperature, and hormonal balance. Unlike other tissues that can utilize fatty acids for energy, neurons in the brain rely almost exclusively on glucose under normal physiological conditions. Scientific studies have shown that glucose availability directly influences hypothalamic activity and function. For example, the hypothalamus contains specialized glucose-sensing neurons that respond to fluctuations in blood glucose levels, helping to regulate appetite and energy homeostasis (Schwartz et al., Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 2000). Additionally, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) impairs hypothalamic function, leading to disruptions in hormone release and potentially severe physiological consequences. Restoration of glucose levels rapidly normalizes hypothalamic activity. Thus, the use of glucose to support hypothalamic function is strongly validated by scientific research, with ample evidence showing its essential role in both acute and long-term hypothalamic regulation.

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