Could changes in cholesterol be a warning sign of dementia? A new study suggests that older adults whose cholesterol fluctuates significantly over time are more likely to develop dementia than those with stable levels.

A new study reveals that seniors with fluctuating cholesterol levels face a 60 per cent higher risk of dementia and a 23 per cent increased risk of mild cognitive impairment. Researchers suggest that monitoring cholesterol variability could help identify people at risk.

We all forget things now and then—people’s names, where you put your car keys, that dentist appointment that was scheduled before you got your new calendar. As we age, forgetfulness may worsen and begin to disrupt thinking abilities.

Older adults whose cholesterol changes over time may be more likely to develop dementia than people whose cholesterol is stable, regardless of the actual cholesterol level, according to a study published in the January 29,