The NHS suggests experts agree what is good for your heart is also good for your brain, meaning you can help reduce your risk of dementia by keeping your blood pressure at a healthy level.

“Being overweight or obese can increase your blood pressure and the risk of type 2 diabetes, both of which are linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia,” it states.

Some dementia risk factors are impossible to change, such as age and genetics, however studies suggest other risk factors may also be important, and may be possible to change.

The Alzheimer’s Society (AS) says although getting older is the biggest risk factor for dementia, evidence shows there are things you can do to help reduce your own risk.

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