Smoking and alcohol abuse increases the risk of memory decline and dementia. Moderate drinking may lower the risk compared to teetotalers and heavy drinkers.
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High cholesterol
High levels of LDL cholesterol can increase the risk of vascular dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Including certain foods in the diet can help lower cholesterol levels.
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Being diabetic
Diabetes increases the riskof Alzheimer's, dementia, atherosclerosis, and stroke. Managing diabetes is crucial to lowering the risk of dementia.
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Hypertension
Many studies have found that having consistently high blood pressure during middle age can significantly raise the risk of developing dementia, particularly vascular dementia.
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Sedentary lifestyle
Physical inactivity and an unhealthy diet increase the risk of dementia and other diseases, making it crucial to exercise and eat healthily for brain and overall health protection.