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Oct 8, 2025

5 min

Why does blood flow to the brain decrease with age?

According to the National Institutes of Health, studies show a significant reduction of 20-40% in cerebral blood flow in aged brains compared to young ones. This reduction is a natural, yet complex, part of the aging process. But why does blood flow to the brain decrease with age?

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Oct 4, 2025

4 min

Does blood flow to the brain increase with age? The surprising truth about vascular aging

The brain, which makes up only 2% of our body weight, consumes a disproportionate 20–25% of the total oxygen and glucose from our blood supply. This highlights its dependency on robust circulation, prompting many to ask: does blood flow to the brain increase with age?

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