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Hearing nothing else but that ringing, buzzing or whooshing sound in one ear or both can be annoying. It can interfere with your daily life and make you irritable. This condition is referred to as tinnitus. It has different potential causes and a doctor must check it out. But in the meantime, you can find below the top six tinnitus remedies the natural way. Load up on vitamin B12. One of the causes of this condition is nerve damage inside the ear. Vitamin B12 is also known as cobalamin, and it helps in protecting your nerves. You can take it in supplement form, or consume foods that are rich in it, like meat, liver, mussels, eggs, and milk. Studies also say that magnesium, zinc and vitamins A and E also help. If you need to load up on certain foods to get your daily dose of vitamin B12, there are also foods which you need to steer clear of. Refrain from consuming salty or fatty foods. They can cause your blood to thicken and your blood pressure to rise - both can worsen your problem. Also, it will help if you avoid drinking grain-based spirits and caffeinated beverages. Some herbs are tried-and-tested effective in lending a helping hand. They either purify the blood or enhance circulation in the ear area. One popular herb is ginkgo biloba, which can be easily obtained at your local health food shop. Others are burdock root and golden seal. However, before taking any of these, it's best to consult your doctor first. By keeping your ears protected from sudden and loud sounds, at attack can be prevented. Doing so will also prevent any damage in your nerves from worsening. When listening to music or watching TV, turn the volume down. If your work environment is noisy, wear ear muffs or ear plugs. Try your best to avoid being in noisy places. Switch on a masker. This is a small electric device which emits what's known as white noise. It can help you get to sleep at night. But if you don't want to purchase one, there's an alternative. Turn to a static station your TV or radio. The humming of an electric fan or soft music playing as you sleep will also help make the problem tolerable. Dealing with stress is another one of the natural tinnitus remedies. Stress often triggers an attack, so if you got a busy work schedule, make sure to grab every opportunity to have a break. Take on activities which will help eliminate stress. Some examples are reading, mild exercising, painting, having a pet, taking a relaxing bath, etc.
