Although obesity may not be enough to warrant concern among parents, the lower academic potential of obese adolescents strongly argues for early treatment of childhood obesity and comprehensive intervention, including a limitation of sweetened soft drinks, especially those containing HFCS. Equally important is exploring the role of dietary omega-3 FAs, which appear to have beneficial effects on cognitive function and attenuate high-fructose associated cognitive decline.
The emerging role of dietary fructose in obesity and cognitive decline Nutr J. 2013; 12: 114.
HFCS: high fructose corn syrup
FA: fatty acids