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#80: Statins, Cholesterol, and Brain Health: Our Unfiltered Take

Better Brain Fitness (a Brainjo Production)

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Understanding LDL Cholesterol's Impact on Dementia Risk

This chapter explores the link between LDL cholesterol levels and the risk of developing dementia, emphasizing findings that midlife cholesterol is a modifiable risk factor. It also discusses the Livingston Commission's report that suggests a notable portion of dementia cases could be prevented by managing cholesterol levels, while highlighting the evolving role of cholesterol in health throughout different age groups.

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