Drug companies have hoped to capitalize on this connection to sell cholesterol-lowering statin drugs to prevent Alzheimer’s, but statins themselves can cause cognitive impairment, including short- and long-term memory loss.87 For people unwilling to change their diets, the benefits of statins outweigh the risks,88 but it’s better to lower your cholesterol levels naturally by eating healthier to help preserve your heart, brain, and mind.
