High Blood Pressure Warning: Dementia Risk Over Hypertension at Night -- Signs and Symptoms

U.S. researchers claim that high blood pressure symptoms at night could raise the risk of dementia, reports the Daily Express . People with hypertension should check their blood pressure to see whether they are at risk of dementia. Alzheimer's Research UK has urged the public to follow a healthy lifestyle to reduce their chances of developing a neurodegenerative or cardiovascular condition in later life. "This study suggests that it's not just daytime blood pressure that affects dementia risk but blood pressure levels throughout the day and night," said Sara Imarisio at Alzheimer's Research UK. "Although the phenomenon of reverse dipping during the night is an accepted measure of cardiovascular risk, the effect that reverse dipping has on dementia risk is a relatively understudied area of research." Imarisio said evidence suggests that not smoking, drinking in moderation, remaining mentally and physically active, a balanced diet, and keeping cholesterol levels in check help to keep the brain healthy as we age.