Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health The Link Between Hearing and Heart Health - AI Podcast
May 9, 2025
Hearing loss is linked to a significant increase in heart failure risk by up to 28%, even beyond lifestyle factors. The inner ear's need for blood makes it sensitive to circulatory issues that can foreshadow heart problems. Psychological distress from hearing difficulties is a noteworthy contributor to heart health decline. Interestingly, hearing aids don't negate the risk, highlighting underlying vascular concerns. Adopting a healthier lifestyle by reducing processed foods and boosting magnesium intake can protect both hearing and heart health.
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Hearing Loss Predicts Heart Risk
- Hearing loss increases heart failure risk by up to 28% even after adjusting for lifestyle and genetics.
- The cochlea's high blood flow demand makes it vulnerable to circulatory problems, serving as an early cardiovascular warning.
Stress Links Hearing and Heart
- Emotional stress from hearing difficulties causes nearly 17% of increased heart failure risk.
- Chronic stress activates sympathetic nervous system, increasing oxidative stress and damaging cardiovascular health.
Optimize Diet for Health
- Replace industrial seed oils with grass-fed butter, tallow, and collagen proteins to reduce mitochondrial stress.
- Include whole food carbohydrates like ripe fruit and avoid refined grains for better hearing and heart health.