“Risk of Alzheimer’s linked to cholesterol, blood sugar levels at age 35”

“Risk of Alzheimer’s linked to cholesterol, blood sugar levels at age 35,” by Annie Lennon, MedicalNewsToday

Quote:

“Researchers recently investigated the link between cardiovascular measures and Alzheimer’s disease. They found that low high-density lipoprotein (HDL or “good” cholesterol), high triglycerides, and blood glucose levels from age 35 are associated with increased Alzheimer’s risk. The authors conclude that early intervention to maintain healthy HDL, triglyceride, and glucose levels may lower Alzheimer’s risk.”

 

LTC Comment, Stephen A. Moses, President, Center for Long-Term Care Reform:

More evidence for the shotgun (unhealthy behavior) explanation for dementia instead of the rifle (plaques) explanation.