# @the_readystate on TikTok

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.tiktok.com/@the_readystate/video/7617934056755432718
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/60188995-the-readystate-tiktok
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/7ecb21c229.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-03-16T19:15:01.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** thereadystate (@the_readystate) — https://gondola.cc/the_readystate

## Caption

If someone in your family had dementia, does that mean you’ll develop it too? Not necessarily. While genetics—like the ApoE4 gene—can increase risk, lifestyle and environmental factors also play a major role. In this clip, Dr. Tommy Wood explains how family history, genetics, and lifestyle interact—and why many people can significantly reduce their dementia risk. What You’ll Learn: 🧬 How family history influences dementia risk 🧠 What the ApoE4 gene means for Alzheimer’s risk 📊 How multiple genes can combine to affect brain health 🏡 Why shared lifestyle habits in families matter ⚡ How healthy lifestyle changes can offset genetic risk ▶️ Watch the Full Episode at the link in bio! #alzheimers #dementia #brainhealth #genetics #apoe4 #cognitivehealth #longevity #brainaging

## Stats

- **Views:** 2,080
- **Likes:** 13
- **Shares:** 1
- **Comments:** 0

## Tags

cognitivehealth, brainaging, brainhealth, genetics, apoe4, alzheimers, dementia, longevity

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