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How can someone decrease the amount of senile plaque in his brain?
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Several things: Medications such as statins and aspirin, keeping BP and diabetes well controlled, not smoking, low fat more plant based diet and regular exercise are some of the ways to decrease plaque and improve blood flow to the brain.
Answered 5/24/2018
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