Here is another reason to satisfy that extra cup of coffee: it can simply help you protect from tinnitus.
A new study suggests that making certain changes in your diet can help reduce your risk of developing the annoying condition known for causing bells, buzzing or constant noise in the ear – without any external source of sound.
About 10% of American adults – more than 25 million people – experience a tinnitus form, making it one of the most common health conditions in the country, according to the American Tinnitus Association.
For many people, tinnitus is more than just a trouble. Continuous screaming can be completely weak, causing sleep disorders, communication difficulties and concentration problems, all while serving as a major source of emotional stress.
Tinnisiners in the ears are at an increased risk of anxiety and depression, with some studies showing that people with condition experience higher rates of suicidal thoughts compared to those without it.
There is no cure for tinnitus, but certain approaches can reduce symptoms, including counseling, behavioral therapy and medication.
While the exact cause is unclear, the condition is often associated with hearing loss, damage to the inner ear, exposure to loud noise, certain prescription medicines and various underlying health conditions.
Some research also suggests that nutritional inequalities can play a role in its development. For example, a 2018 study found that low levels of vitamin B2, B3, water intake and protein were associated with tinnitus.
In an effort to better understand the relationships between diet and tinnitus, researchers in China analyzed eight previous studies involving over 300,000 participants, who evaluated 15 dietary factors through questionnaires.
Combined findings suggest that consuming more fruits, dietary fibers, dairy products and caffeine can provide protective benefits.
The risk of tinnitus decreased by 35% with increased fruit consumption, 9% with fiber, 17% with dairy and 10% with caffeine.
While the exact relationship is not clear, researchers hypothesize that these foods can help Shield against the tinnitus in their ears thanks to their positive effects on our blood vessels and nerves, as well as their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
They also suggested that fiber benefits can stem from its impact on the body’s ability to respond to insulin. Previous research has found that high hormone levels can disrupt the environment of the inner ear, potentially leading to hearing loss, tinnitus and other problems over time.
It is interesting that researchers found no link between the tinnitus and other dietary factors analyzed, such as vegetables, carbohydrates, proteins, fats or sugar.
They also noticed that the association between caffeine and tinnitus remains a “controversial” debate.
“Some suggest that caffeine can effectively reduce the incidence of tinnitus in the ears, perhaps because of its reductive effects of anxiety,” the study authors writes.
“Otherwise, some scholars argue that individuals with tinnitus often experience insomnia, in which caffeine consumption could worsen, thus exacerbating the symptoms of trinity in the ears,” they added.
Researchers warned that their analysis has limitations, as most of the studies reviewed were observers, which means that no direct cause-and-effect conclusions can be drawn.
“Crucial it is essential to interpret our findings carefully because of the overall low quality of the test available,” they concluded, seeking further research on the topic.
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