Serum cholesterol levels within the high normal range are associated with better cognitive performance among Chinese elderly

Conclusions These findings suggest that cholesterol levels within the high normal range are associated with better cognitive performance in Chinese elderly, specifically in the oldest old. With further validation, low cholesterol may serve a clinical indicator of risk for cognitive impairment in the elderly.

http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s12603-016-0701-6

Source: The Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging - February 17, 2016 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research