General Health

Link Found Between Healthy Diet & Better Hearing

Image Via Max Pixel maxpixel.freegreatpicture.com

University of Florida researchers have found a link between healthy eating and better hearing. More specifically they have shown a link between better hearing in the higher frequencies and a healthy diet.

Christopher Spankovich, UF Health researcher examined the eating habits of people participating in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Previously Spankovich found the higher a person scored on the Healthy Eating Index portion of the survey, the better their hearing.

Data from the original survey questionnaires for 2,366 people were combined with each receiving a four-part hearing test. Spankovich analyzed the data and found a strong connection between diet, hearing and noise exposure.

Of those studied, people who ate well but had higher noise exposure was comparable to the hearing of people with poor diets and lower noise exposure. The results were published in the International Journal of Audiology.

While eating healthfully may not reverse hearing damage, a good diet may play a part in prevention.

“Our hearing health is linked to our general health. Our auditory system is dependent on our cardiovascular, neural and metabolic health, and if we are not healthy in general, it makes sense that we could increase our susceptibility to hearing loss.” said lead researcher Spankovich.

The participants of the study that scored well on the Healthy Eating Index ate plenty of vegetables and fruit to maintain a high-fiber low-salt diet. Both saturated fat and cholesterol were also lower than the limits of the USDA’s dietary recommendations.

Spankovich emphasized their study identified a statistically sound relationship between hearing and diet. “These initial studies are showing the link between diet, auditory function and noise exposure. We can’t show cause-and-effect because it’s a cross-sectional study,” Spankovich said.

Spankovich’s plans to research the link between better high-frequency hearing and diet via a long-term longitudinal study using a larger sample population.

If you enjoyed the article or have any questions, please comment, like or share.

To hear what you’ve been missing, call the Polo Park Hearing Centre Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. and Saturday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. (204) 788-1083

Share

Recent Posts

  • Winnipeg Hearing Blog

Enjoying the Holidays with Hearing Loss: Tips for Thriving in Noisy Gatherings

The holiday season is a time for joy, laughter, and connection. Families and friends come…

1 week ago
  • Hearing Aids

Noisy Environments? Edge AI Delivers Effortless Clarity

https://poloparkhearing.com/hearing-aids-winnipeg/hearing aidsAt Polo Park Hearing Centre, we’re hearing incredible feedback from clients who’ve upgraded to…

1 month ago
  • Tinnitus

Can Tinnitus Worsen Without Treatment?

Yes, tinnitus can worsen over time if the underlying causes are left untreated. Many factors…

2 months ago
  • Uncategorized

The Hearing Test We Delayed 7 Years: A Story of Support & Patience

Never Give Up on Your Partner Getting Treated for Hearing Loss I now know the…

3 months ago
  • Hearing Aids

How Hearing Aids Can Make You Happier, Healthier, & Wealthier

Investing in hearing aids can lead to a brighter, more fulfilling future. Just like how…

4 months ago
  • Winnipeg Hearing Blog

Not All Hearing Loss is Permanent – Sometimes It's Just Earwax

Can Earwax Cause Hearing Loss? Have you ever had your hearing feel muffled and reduced…

5 months ago