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How Household Items Can Contribute to Hearing Loss

In Hearing Health, Hearing Loss, Overall Health by Zach Kenealey, HIS

First, let’s talk about noisy appliances. Appliances like blenders, vacuum cleaners, and hairdryers can produce noise levels that are high enough to damage your hearing over time. While these tools are necessary for daily chores, their loud noise can be harmful. It’s important to use them properly and for as short a time as possible. Next, televisions and music systems …

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Tips for Staying Safe During a Heat Wave

In Family & Relationships, Overall Health, Tips & Tricks by Zach Kenealey, HIS

Extreme weather conditions, like summer heat waves, pose significant health risks. Those most at risk include older adults, children, and individuals with certain medical conditions. During heat waves, it’s important to maintain personal health by staying cool. And if you wear hearing aids, you also need to protect your devices from excessive heat. Understanding Heatwaves Heatwaves can be defined as …

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Is There a Connection Between Hearing Loss and High Blood Pressure?

In Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss, Overall Health by Zach Kenealey, HIS

Hearing loss and high blood pressure may seem unrelated at first glance. However, emerging research suggests a potential connection between these two health conditions. Let’s take a closer look at the link between hearing loss and high blood pressure, the underlying mechanisms, and the implications for your overall health and well-being. Understanding Hearing Loss and High Blood Pressure Hearing loss …

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Common Misconceptions About Hearing Aids

In Hearing Aids, Hearing Health, Overall Health by Zach Kenealey, HIS

Hearing aids are transformative devices that can significantly improve quality of life for individuals with hearing loss. Despite their proven efficacy, several myths and misconceptions surround hearing devices, leading to misunderstandings and potential hesitations among those who could benefit from them. Let’s walk through common misconceptions about hearing aids and look at the truths behind these remarkable devices. Myth: Only …

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Nourishing Your Hearing Health: The Vital Link Between Diet and Auditory Wellness

In Ear Health, Hearing Health, Overall Health by Zach Kenealey, HIS

When it comes to self-care, the role of diet in nurturing our overall well-being is undeniable. While we often associate a healthy diet with benefits like weight management and cardiovascular health, it’s time to tune into the connection between our dietary choices and hearing health. Let’s take a closer look at the nutrients that support optimal hearing and the impact …

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How Our Exercise, Diet, Sleep, and Hearing Affects Our Brain Aging

In Hearing Health, Overall Health by Zach Kenealey, HIS

Aging naturally occurs over time, impacting the body as well as the brain. When the brain ages, cognitive functions and processes become less flexible. This involves cognitive functions like making decisions, memory, completing daily tasks etc. taking more time to perform or even becoming impaired. Though aging is a natural and inevitable process that happens, there are factors that can …