Factors Affecting Cognitive Decline and Dementia

The chapter explores the impact of statin use, insulin resistance, obesity, physical activity, and brain-derived neurotrophic factor on cognitive decline and dementia risk, emphasizing interventions like weight loss, exercise, and medication. It highlights the complex relationship between these factors and Alzheimer's disease risk, discussing the importance of addressing vascular disease factors, staying physically active, and increasing BDNF levels through exercise to potentially benefit cognitive function.