Do you know this whistling sensation in your ears? This annoying impression has a name: Tinnitus. Many of you have had tinnitus at some point in your life, especially after exposing your ears to loud noises. This transient whistle, if short, is unpleasant but not dangerous. Here are 7 natural remedies for you to get rid of.
1 in 4 people suffer from tinnitus during their lifetime and many of them do not pay attention to it. When it is a short-term phenomenon, there is no need to worry about it but if the tinnitus lasts more than 48 hours and becomes chronic, it is essential to consult a doctor as recommended by experts.
It is therefore important not to let this inconvenience interfere with your nights or interfere with your daily life because tinnitus causes an unpleasant sensation in the ears, while no external sound is present. Most people describe it as a buzzing or whistling noise whose loudness, pitch, and volume may differ from ear to ear. Thus, tinnitus is divided into two types:
Objective tinnitus: Your doctor can hear it when performing your exam. This form of tinnitus is rare and usually due to a problem with the blood vessels or heart rate, muscle contracters or a problem with the middle ear.
Subjective Tinnitus: This is the most common form, and you are the only one who can hear it. Generally, this is due to a problem in your inner, middle or outer ear.
These noises are usually due to exposure to loud noises, excessive earwax, head injury, or in some cases, a side effect of a treatment you are following.
Repetitive exposure to loud noises can damage the fine hairs that line your inner ear. Constant vibrations in response to sound waves can cause tinnitus. For example, people who regularly listen to loud music are often subject to this condition. On the other hand, prolonged anxiety and stress can cause hormonal changes and a decrease in nutrients in your body. Nutrient deficiency can also be one of the most common causes of tinnitus.
If you are prone to these whistles, rest assured, there are natural and ultra-effective remedies that will help you get rid of them.
Magnesium
Magnesium is one of the first supplements to take when you have tinnitus because it has the reputation of protecting the nerves of the inner ear. In addition, magnesium fights against anxiety and stress that are often the cause of tinnitus. It is found in cranberries, dark chocolate, almonds and bananas.
Zinc
In case of repeated buzzing, check if you do not have zinc deficiency. By taking 20 to 30 mg of zinc a day, you can relieve or even eliminate tinnitus. It is best to use this supplement during a course of 3 to 6 months for an optimal result.
Vitamin B12
Almost all people with tinnitus are deficient in vitamin B12. You can find vitamin B12 in many foods: eggs, cheese, milk, meat, fish, seafood ... you can also in the form of dietary supplement.
Vitamin A
Vitamin A deficiency can cause internal ear problems and therefore cause tinnitus, this vitamin is essential for the membranes of the ear; it helps the sensory cells of the inner ear to protect and regenerate. You'll find it in orangey yellow fruits and vegetables, organ meats, green leafy vegetables and oily fish.
Choline
Consuming choline contained in egg yolk or in the form of two lecithin capsules with each meal, or taking two tablespoons of brewer's yeast daily, soothes the tinnitus.
Ginkgo Biloba Extract
According to a study, ginkgo biloba increases blood flow to the periphery of the body (brain and head), so it can reduce the whistling of the ears when it is caused by a problem of high blood pressure.
The drainage of the Eustachian tube
This technique is widely used to relieve congestion in the tube behind the eardrum, allowing fluid to drain from the ear. If your tinnitus is caused by congestion of the nose, throat or ear, this technique will be particularly effective.
