Extra help from Omega-3s
Along with these vitamins and minerals, omega-3 fatty acids can provide an added layer of health benefits. They contain nutrients necessary to fight heart disease and reduce inflammation, both of which can directly affect your hearing. Your ears get a steady supply of blood from the heart which they need to function — hair cells in the inner ear require proper blood flow and will die without it, resulting in hearing loss. Omega-3 fatty acids can support these cells and prevent damage. Since the body can't produce this kind of fat itself, you need to include it in your diet. Omega-3s are found in foods like:
- Chia seeds
- Flaxseed
- Walnuts
- Cold-water fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, tuna, herring, sardines)
Inner ear balance supplement
If you deal with ongoing dizziness, vertigo, migraines or other vestibular disorders, your healthcare professional may recommend some natural supplements, in addition to any prescription medications. According to the Vestibular Disorders Association, supplements that may help with dizziness include:
- Magnesium
- Vitamin B2/riboflavin
- Coenzyme Q10
- Ginger
- Vitamin D
- L-lysine
- Gingko biloba
- Lemon bioflavonoid
Talk with your doctor before adding any new supplements to your diet to ensure they won’t negatively interact with any prescription medications.
Supplements for ear infections
Certain supplements can help boost your immune system, which may help reduce the risk or severity of ear infections. These supplements include:
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
- Zinc
- Probiotics
