The Very Peri Brain Fog

Cognitive Changes and Dementia Risk in Menopause Transition
In today’s episode, I explore the cognitive changes that can occur during the menopause transition, the associated risks of dementia, and the guidelines surrounding lifestyle interventions and menopause hormone therapy (MHT).
Research indicates that dementia prevalence increases significantly with age, with rates ranging from 0.8% to 6.4% for those over 65, and skyrocketing to 28.5% by age 90. The World Health Organization estimates approximately 50 million people globally live with dementia, a number projected to triple by 2050.
I delve into the two primary forms of dementia: Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) and Vascular Dementia (VaD). AD, affecting around five million Americans aged 65 and older, involves the accumulation of amyloid plaques and tau tangles, leading to cognitive decline. VaD, often linked to stroke and cardiovascular risk factors, presents different symptoms, complicating the diagnostic process.
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[@ch.k4580]

What a great video! Thanks for sharing these important information!!

[@LaurenaLaw-mr9yg]

You are so welcome! So glad it’s helpful! 🙏🏼

[@DDHS_Podcast]

As usual great information! I find it very interesting on what one can do to reduce the risk. I am excited for more to come!

[@LaurenaLaw-mr9yg]

Me too! I’m curious to learn hopefully from future studies which lifestyle interventions has the greatest effect!

[@Modernyogi888]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge to help others ❤

[@LaurenaLaw-mr9yg]

@@Modernyogi888 thank you for listening! ❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼