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Hypertension affects memory, and having it in midlife can raise your dementia risk in later life. ‘Researchers believe an increase in blood pressure hastens the hardening of arteries, which reduces blood to the brain,’ explains Dr Sarah Brewer, author of Overcoming High Blood Pressure. ‘If the reading is 140/90 mmHg or higher, ask your doctor for advice on managing it,’ she suggests. Hypertension is usually symptomless, so get yours checked at least once a year.
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