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Remedies For Tinnitus Or Ringing In The Ears



There are almost as many remedies for tinnitus as there are causes of this debilitating condition. Tinnitus is very common and while it may be a temporary condition associated with ear infections or other problems that can easily be cured, it is sometimes more serious.

While it is often called ‘ringing in the ears’ it is not always experienced as a ringing sound. It may be a hissing or buzzing sound. It may be in both ears or just one. It may be more noticeable at certain times of day. Sometimes there is pain in the ear and sometimes there is not.

What Causes Tinnitus?

The first thing to understand is that having tinnitus does not usually mean that you are going deaf. While it is sometimes associated with hearing loss, there are many other causes too. These include:

  • ear infections
  • high blood pressure
  • low blood pressure
  • allergies
  • ear wax buildup
  • thyroid problems
  • stress

As you can imagine, many of these conditions are easy to treat and the tinnitus will usually go away as soon as the problem is solved. Some of them, like high blood pressure, can have serious consequences if untreated, so you should see a doctor to establish the cause and remedies for tinnitus and any underlying problems in your case.

Remedies For Tinnitus Or Ringing In The Ears

Remedies For Tinnitus

Occasionally the tinnitus will be linked to something that is harder to treat, such as a head injury or Menieres disease, which is an inner ear disorder that affects balance and hearing. People with Menieres disease will have dizzy spells, sometimes falling over. There can also be periods of uncontrollable eye movement, nausea and excessive sweating.

Because there are so many different causes, clearly there will be many different remedies for tinnitus too. Here are some of the natural remedies that have worked for some people.

Massage And Manipulation as a Tinnitus Remedy

Head and neck massage has helped some people. Cranio-sacral therapy and acupuncture are other forms of treatment that may relieve the pressure in and around the ear.

Vitamins And Minerals as a Tinnitus Remedy

Mineral deficiencies can cause tinnitus, especially deficiencies in magnesium, potassium or zinc. Vitamin deficiencies may affect the circulatory system and contribute to the problem too. However, overdose of some of these nutrients can cause problems too, so do not take high doses without being tested for deficiency. Taking a good daily multi vitamin and mineral supplement should be enough, along with a healthy diet containing plenty of vegetables.

Herbal Remedies For Tinnitus

Gingko Biloba extract is often used by herbal medicine practitioners to treat tinnitus and other conditions that may be associated with it, including headaches, dizziness, depression and concentration problems. Black cohosh may be recommended where the tinnitus is associated with the nerves in the ear. Hawthorn may be helpful where there are circulation problems or blood pressure issues. However, do not be tempted to self prescribe.

Tinnitus Retraining Therapy

This is a form of counseling which teaches sufferers to stop paying so much attention to the noise in the ears. This has been tested on war veterans and found to be very helpful in cases where other treatments have not solved the problem. Hypnosis is another therapy that can stop tinnitus from bothering us so much. Although these treatments that work with the mind are not exactly remedies for tinnitus, they can make a huge difference to someone whose life is being made miserable by this annoying and sometimes disabling condition.

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Collecting the Hours

When I’m not feeling well, my acceptable food list gets very narrow. This morning, I woke up with the worst migraine I’ve ever had. A migraine where light and the slightest movements hurt. Nausea was my only response to pain. Nine hours later and I’m feeling back to normal.

I ended up eating a bowl of grapes in the bed this morning while sipping water. And then when the headache was gone, about 45 minutes ago, I ate two bowls of angel hair pasta very ravenously. This Seeds of Change sauce is so good:

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Pasta and sauce with feta was not on the meal plan for today, but I’m glad to be full and feeling better now.

Dinner will be a salad and maybe some fish and I’m already looking forward to our evening walk/run. Time to make up for the missing morning hours.

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Generalized Anxiety Disorder Symptoms






When does everyday worry cross the line into an anxiety disorder? At what point should you be concerned about that continual feeling of dread? Are you growing anxious over things that would in all likelihood never happen? If you have these questions, then you may be able to answer them by becoming aware of generalized anxiety disorder symptoms.

If anxious thoughts, constant worry, and higher level of fear interrupt your daily living, you may have GAD, or generalized anxiety disorder. Symptoms of GAD fall into three categories ? emotional, behavioral, and physical.

Anxiety Disorder Symptoms

Generalized Anxiety Disorder Symptoms

Anxiety Disorder Symptoms

Some of the emotional symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder are a constant stream of worries going through your mind or an overall feeling of dread or apprehension. You may have intrusive thoughts that cause you anxiety that you cannot make go away. You have the strong need to know exactly what is going on at all times, and you find it difficult to deal with uncertainty. There is also the general feeling that there is nothing you can do to stop all your worrying.

The physical symptoms associated with GAD include an on-edge and jumpy feeling. You may have great difficulty falling asleep because your mind won’t let go of the day’s events. You may have digestive issues, including a pervasive upset stomach, nausea or diarrhea. The muscles of your body may ache from always being tensed up.



Anxiety Disorder Symptoms – Inability to Relax

A general inability to relax is a hallmark behavioral symptom of generalized anxiety disorders. You don’t like being on your own, and you do not enjoy silence. You may have a difficult time with concentration and focus. While many people procrastinate, people suffering from GAD seem to have a higher level due to a feeling of being completely overwhelmed. They may also completely avoid situations that trigger their anxious feelings.

Children also have unique symptoms of GAD. Unlike adults, children and teens do not comprehend that their anxiety is of a concerning level, and they assume that their peers also suffer the same emotions that they are feeling. Because of this, is it especially important that the adults in their lives pay close attention and intervene when necessary.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder Symptoms

Children and teens can manifest generalized anxiety disorder through perfectionism, excessive worry on past and future events, social acceptance within their peer group, and a feeling of self-blame for issues completely unrelated to themselves. They also seek continual reassurance or praise.


Generalized Anxiety Disorder Symptoms

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