Tinnitus is the perception of sounds that do not exist. They are usually ringing, whistling or hissing sounds.
A distinction is made between acute and chronic tinnitus: acute tinnitus lasts up to three months, while tinnitus that lasts longer is called chronic. Tinnitus can severely impair quality of life, cause sleep disorders and even promote depression.
In the case of sudden hearing loss, the sound waves reach the inner ear, but they are not processed properly and therefore not perceived. Sudden hearing loss usually occurs on one side. In many cases, it is accompanied by tinnitus.
The causes of tinnitus and sudden hearing loss are not clearly understood. The symptoms usually disappear spontaneously, which makes it difficult to determine the cause.
The aim of micronutrient medicine is to support the function of the auditory nerves and to protect them from harmful influences.
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Antioxidants
Sudden hearing loss and tinnitus are caused by oxidative damage to the nerve cells in the ear. A good supply of antioxidants such as vitamin A, vitamin C , vitamin E and zinc is important to counteract this. [1]
A study from the USA has shown that people who consume plenty of antioxidant nutrients have a lower risk of hearing loss. [2]
Intervention studies also show that the administration of the antioxidants vitamin C and E can improve hearing. [3]
magnesium
Magnesium is important for signal transmission in the hearing process. It is known that a magnesium deficiency can cause hearing problems. [4]
There is also a connection between magnesium deficiency and tinnitus: people with tinnitus are less well supplied with magnesium than people without these complaints.
Placebo-controlled studies show that magnesium supplementation can help with hearing loss and reduce tinnitus symptoms. [5] [6]
B vitamins
Vitamin B12 is essential for nerve cells. A lack of vitamin B12 can cause irreparable nerve damage. Vitamin B12 is therefore also important for auditory nerves.
The B vitamins vitamin B6, folic acid (vitamin B9) and vitamin B12 are also needed to break down the metabolic product homocysteine. A deficiency in these vitamins leads to increased homocysteine levels, which can damage nerve cells. [7]
Coenzyme Q10
Coenzyme Q10 is important for energy production in the mitochondria, the power plants of our cells. Auditory nerves also need coenzyme Q10. Coenzyme Q10 is also an antioxidant that protects nerve cells from oxidative stress.
A study has shown that coenzyme Q10 can relieve tinnitus symptoms. Coenzyme Q10 can also have a positive effect on sudden hearing loss. [8]
Conclusion: A lack of essential nutrients damages the auditory nerves
Nerve cells and auditory nerves require many nutrients to function optimally. A lack of B vitamins, magnesium, coenzyme Q10 and antioxidants can impair the hearing process and promote sudden hearing loss and tinnitus.
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[1] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25554004/
[2] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24196403/
[3] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17851951/
[4] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15267180/
[5] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22249877/
[6] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15330150
