The influence of a glucose containing drink on the behavior of children in school

The influence of a glucose containing drink on the behavior of children in school was examined in a double-blind placebo controlled cross-over trial. A child maybe particularly susceptible to the provision of blood glucose, as in childhood the brain uses relatively more glucose than when adult. After drinking a glucose containing drink, children aged 9–11 years were found to have better memories and spent more time on task when working in class, although the ability to sustain attention was not influenced.