Fluctuating levels of cholesterol and triglycerides linked to increased risk of dementia

Older people who have fluctuating levels of cholesterol and triglycerides may have a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias compared to people who have steady levels, according to new research published in online issue of Neurology. While the study found a link, it does not prove that fluctuating levels of cholesterol and triglycerides cause dementia.