Vascular health has an impact on brain health

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Optimizing vascular health may improve brain health and cognitive function, particularly in individuals with hypertension.
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Antihypertensive treatment can significantly reduce the risk of dementia, especially in individuals with untreated hypertension.
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Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels below 1.8 mmol/l are associated with reduced dementia risk.
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GLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT2 inhibitors are linked to decreased incidence of Alzheimer's disease dementia in type 2 diabetes.
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Targeting vascular risk factors like blood pressure and cholesterol may offer cost-effective strategies to reduce dementia risk.