Dementia can be a devastating disease. For years, doctors weren’t sure what caused it. In fact, many people thought it was just a normal part of aging. However, new research suggests your heart health may provide a clue about your future dementia risk.
Making heart-healthy lifestyle choices may help keep your brain healthy and strong as you age. Learn more about preserving brain health as you age.
References
Alzheimer's Association. (n.d.). What is dementia?
American Heart Association. (2020). What the heart has to do with the head.
National Institute on Aging. (2019). Cardiovascular health status at age 50 linked to dementia risk in later life.
Sabia, S, et al. (2019). Association of ideal cardiovascular health at age 50 with incidence of dementia: 25 year follow-up of Whitehall II cohort study. BMJ.
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