Older adults whose cholesterol levels fluctuate from year to year may face an increased risk for dementia and cognitive decline compared to people whose cholesterol levels remain more stable, new ...
Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in your blood. Your body needs cholesterol to build healthy cells, but high levels of cholesterol can increase your risk of heart disease.
Compared with those who had the most stable cholesterol levels, the study found high fluctuations in total cholesterol were associated with a 60% increase in dementia and a 23% increase in cognitive ...