Study Shows “High Cholesterol” Reduces Alzheimer’s/ Dementia Risk

Memory loss and dementia are some of many side effects of statins. Are statins even effective against heart disease? Learn doctor-recommended alternatives.

If you’ve been diagnosed with high cholesterol, it’s very likely your doctor prescribed a type of cholesterol-lowering drug called statins.

Statin drugs are the most commonly prescribed drugs in the world — and among the most profitable. (1)

One in two senior men and one in three senior women are taking these drugs. (2)

We are currently experiencing an epidemic of dementia with Alzheimer’s now being the sixth leading cause of death in the US. (3)

Is there a connection between taking statins and memory loss, or statins and dementia?

And will taking statins really protect you from heart disease?

Let’s examine the evidence.

Why Your Brain Needs Cholesterol

Your brain is 60% fat with much of that being cholesterol.

Cholesterol is an integral part of every brain cell.

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