057 – How to Manage Cardiovascular Risk Factors for Better Brain Health

057 – How to Manage Cardiovascular Risk Factors for Better Brain Health

Better Health While Aging

057 – How to Manage Cardiovascular Risk Factors for Better Brain Health

Jan 25 2018 |

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Show Notes

In This Episode:

Dr. K explains cardiovascular risk factors, which often contribute to cerebral small vessel disease, a common brain health problem in older adults. She covers:

Why blood vessel health is key to brain and heart health
3 key ways blood vessels become damaged over time
What is atherosclerosis
The top risk factor for having a heart attack, stroke, or other cardiovascular event
12 key cardiovascular risk factors to know
5 key approaches every older adult should use, to improve cardiovascular health
What to do, if a brain scan shows signs of cerebral small vessel disease

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048 – How Cerebral Small Vessel Disease Affects Most Aging Brains

018 – High Blood Pressure Treatment in Older Adults: Research Findings & Practical Tips

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