Tinnitus Support Groups

Please check out where your tinnitus support group is in your area.

Go to the ATA.Org website and put in your zip code or town.  I found it very beneficial to join these groups and share our experiences, and also discuss other ideas to deal the Noise of tinnitus.

There are many tools available to help ignore the noise and not give it the power that it wants. It is a matter of training our brain as we do with many other obstacles in our lives. It doesn't happen overnight but little by little, everyday, we can turn our focus off the noise and focus on the things that bring us joy. Keeping busy is key to a noiseless day!

Sinus Infection and Tinnitus

I definitely see the increase in noise in my ear as a result of a sinus infection! I think the meds that I am taking are  making it worse...not sure, or maybe since my ear is clogged, the noise seems louder? Regardless, the sound is relentless!
 Nature and soft breeze of the ocean are the somewhat soothing!

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Tinnitus in Italy

Just wanted to give a quick update. My journey with tinnitus is now in Italy! Maybe the stress of finally getting here when I was told trip was cancelled and then back on. Plus all the changes in my life within the last couple of months. Lots of emotional ups and downs with relationships coming and going. A true test of courage and strength. Happiness, sadness. Crazy how all the emotions have such a strong effect on tinnitus.

I have also been out of my healthy routine... Missing yoga, meditation... Don't get me wrong, I am very blessed to have had the opportunity to see a part of the world I have never been to. Amazing experience. Although I noticed the loudness in my ear is more profound! Diet could be part of it.

I am looking forward to returning home. Hopefully there will be a difference!

It's really important to keep a journal of  what makes a difference! Not sure about pasta and pizza.

Going to try to turn off the music now! Good night angels!

Good morning,

Woke up with my ear screeching, Very strange since I have been vigilant of my diet. My stress has level has been high, so I am positive that is the reason for my ear raging! My next question, How do I deal with it? GET RID OF THE STRESS, first. That begins without trying to make every one in my life happy when I know that is impossible!

I just heard about the Paleo Diet. It is very interesting as it is a plan that ONLY has the nutritional approach that works with your genetics to help you stay lean, strong and energetic. It allows you to eat fruits, vegetables and lean proteins. Avoids dairy, grains, processed foods and sugars. Also legumes, starches and alcohol ( one of the biggest culprits that makes tinnitus worse).

This diet also seems to help you sleep better! That's a major plus for those of us who struggle.

How wonderful that there are so many things to experiment with and hopefully find what works for you!

Keep the information coming!

Tornados in Florida today...

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Denise

Recently, I met someone who has had tinnitus for several years. He said he got it from a loud noise. He also shared with me that changing his diet has substantially reduced the loudness in his ear. He eats "Plant Food". Basically no meat, chicken or fish. Lots of veggies, eggs, fruit, grains and cheese. No caffiene or alcohol.

I think I will try it! If anyone has a special diet or method of reducing the noise, please share? It is so important to have support and to know we are not alone.

I really enjoy writing about my journey with tinnitus. It is very therapeutic for me to share my experiences, feelings and thoughts with others.

The angels are singing...

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Denise