Optimal ear health depends on nurturing the “wire” that carries sound from your ear cells to your brain. Our ear health supplement provides a natural blend of ingredients known to increase circulation in the inner ear and help promote normal hearing function.

Zinc supports hearing, and Ginkgo Biloba improves blood flow. Folate (vitamin B9) reduces the risk of age-related hearing loss, while Vitamin C and E combat oxidative stress.

Magnesium

Magnesium is a mineral that is important for overall health and it is particularly helpful for maintaining blood flow to the ears. It helps combat free radicals which reduce hearing by oxidizing delicate inner-ear cells. Research has shown that magnesium can prevent or improve the outcome of noise-induced hearing loss, drug ototoxicity and sudden sensorineural hearing loss. It can also be used to treat tinnitus. Magnesium can also improve low-tone hearing in guinea pigs exposed to gunshot noise. Moreover, magnesium therapy is effective in reducing threshold shifts 7 days after sound trauma and is very safe with few contraindications.

You can get magnesium through your diet, as it’s found in many foods, especially dairy products and vegetables. However, supplements are often recommended because the body can’t always absorb enough magnesium through food alone. Supplements are often more effective if they’re taken with other vitamins and minerals because they work synergistically. However, high doses of magnesium over time can cause digestive problems such as nausea and diarrhea.

Folic Acid

Folate (also called vitamin B9) is believed to help protect hearing. It is needed to create myelin, a protective covering that helps nerves communicate with one another. Folate deficiency has been linked to tinnitus and increasing your intake can relieve its symptoms.

All women who are able to become pregnant should take 400 micrograms (also known as mcg) of folic acid per day. This helps reduce the risk of neural tube defects (NTDs) like spina bifida in babies. It can also lower the risk of cleft lip and palate, where a baby’s upper lip doesn’t close properly.

Folic acid supplements can be found in multivitamins, children’s chewable vitamins and liquid drops, or sold separately. However, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional before taking high doses of folic acid (much more than the amount in a standard multivitamin). Long-term use of high doses can mask vitamin B12 deficiency. (2)

Vitamin C

Vitamins, structurally complex organic substances, perform myriad tasks for the body and its organs. They bolster immunity, strengthen bones and heal wounds. They also help the body absorb nutrients and make energy. Your ears need vitamins to function properly.

A diet rich in vitamin C, which is known as ascorbic acid, improves ear health. This nutrient ensemble has been shown to ease hearing stress, reduce ear sensitivity and protect against permanent hearing loss.

The ear’s complex structure involves a network of sensory nerves and minuscule bones that decode sounds. The ear needs healthy bone tissue, which is supported by vitamin D. The ear is also protected by vitamin E, which works as an antioxidant to deescalate the oxidative stress levels that can damage inner-ear cells.

Folic acid, which is found in foods such as broccoli, kale, Swiss chard and spinach, helps to form red blood cells that support the inner-ear’s sensory cell development. Folic acid and vitamin C have been shown to slow age-related hearing loss. Cortexi is a good supplement that provides all these nutrients for your ear.

Omega 3

Omega-3 fatty acids are part of the phospholipids that form the structures of cell membranes. They help to make eicosanoids, which are hormone-like substances that regulate body processes including immune function, blood pressure and hearing.

Researchers have found that people with higher levels of the omega-3 fatty acid docosahexanenoic acid (DHA) are less likely to report hearing problems than those with lower levels. This is thought to be because DHA helps to safeguard the cells in the inner ear and may reduce the inflammatory response to loud noises, chemicals and infections that can cause hearing loss.

You can increase your DHA intake by eating fatty fish like salmon, trout, sardine and Atlantic mackerel or by taking fish oil supplements. It is important to look for a supplement that states the amount of DHA per serving and also contains other beneficial nutrients such as magnesium, folate and Vitamin C. Always consult your doctor before starting any new supplements.