The Claim
In adults with hypertension and elevated cardiovascular risk, intensive systolic blood pressure control below 120 mm Hg reduces the risk of mild cognitive impairment and possible dementia compared to standard blood pressure control.
What the research says
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In adults with high blood pressure and increased heart disease risk, lowering systolic blood pressure below 120 mm Hg reduces the incidence of mild cognitive impairment and possible dementia compared to standard blood pressure targets.
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In adults with hypertension and elevated cardiovascular risk, intensive systolic blood pressure control below 120 mm Hg reduces the risk of mild cognitive impairment and possible dementia compared to standard control, as demonstrated in a randomized controlled trial.
Lowering blood pressure tightly reduces force on tiny brain blood vessels, which stops leaks in the barrier around those vessels, prevents damage to the white matter that connects brain regions, and keeps thinking and memory functions working properly.
What the research says
1 studyFor older adults with high blood pressure and heart disease risk, lowering their systolic blood pressure to below 120 helped protect their memory and brain health better than the usual treatment, according to a major study.
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