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BMI, blood pressure, and vascular dementia link

BMI, blood pressure, and vascular dementia link

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In this podcast episode, we discuss


  • What “vascular-related dementia” means and why blood flow matters
  • Why Mendelian randomisation strengthens causal inference, and where it can mislead
  • The size of the BMI association and what the odds ratios imply
  • How much of the link may run through blood pressure
  • What listeners can do now: knowing your numbers and seeking realistic support


Sources mentioned


  • The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism (online publication: 22 January 2026)
  • Endocrine Society press release (22 January 2026)


Medical information in this podcast is for general education and is not personal medical advice.

00:00 Introduction to Today's Topic

00:03 New Research on Dementia and Body Weight

00:36 Understanding the Study Methodology

01:11 Key Findings: BMI and Dementia Risk

01:53 Blood Pressure's Role in Dementia

02:57 Implications for Everyday Life

03:28 Practical Advice for Reducing Dementia Risk

03:58 Conclusion and Further Reading

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