Add magic to your morning cup of coffee

Coffee has been known to have countless health benefits. However, the list of these benefits is constantly growing.

Now, in a new study published in the medical journal BMJ Open , scientists have discovered another surprising effect from your morning cup of coffee.

Tinnitus is the perception of sound in the ears (ringing, buzzing, or clicking) when there is none. Data shows that this condition affects about 14% of adults worldwide and is associated with depression, anxiety, and stress.

High consumption of caffeine - the main ingredient in coffee, has been linked to reduced tinnitus.

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There is no cure for tinnitus, but treatments such as counseling, behavioral therapy, medications, and hearing aids can help relieve symptoms.

What impact does diet have on tinnitus?

Diet may also have a significant impact on tinnitus. Previous studies have shown that consuming high-quality nutrients can have a positive impact on hearing by improving blood flow to the inner ear and reducing oxidative damage and inflammation.

But it's still uncertain which specific foods aggravate or help relieve tinnitus symptoms.

To explore this further, scientists from the World Health Organization Collaborating Center in China (WHOCC), in collaboration with experts at Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital and Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (China), conducted a review analysis of eight studies, including 301,533 participants.

Data shows that tinnitus affects approximately 14% of adults worldwide and is associated with depression, anxiety and stress.

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Studies included in the analysis were related to the effect of diet on tinnitus.

Dietary factors include carbohydrates, caffeine, eggs, fruits, fiber, fats, meat, protein, sugar, fish, vegetables, and milk.

Caffeine and foods that help reduce tinnitus

The results found that consuming more caffeine - the main ingredient in coffee - was associated with reduced tinnitus, according to medical website Medical Express .

Additionally, certain other foods and beverages, including fruits, dietary fiber, and dairy products, also have this effect.

Specifically, consuming a lot of coffee helps reduce tinnitus by 10%.

Additionally, researchers found that consuming more fruit reduced tinnitus by 35%, adding more fiber to the diet reduced it by 9%, and dairy products reduced it by 17%.

The authors explain that the reason coffee and the above foods work their magic is because of their protective effects on blood vessels and nerves, as well as their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

However, they said further large-scale studies are needed to supplement and verify the relationship between food intake and tinnitus, according to Medical Express .

Health experts and many research studies recommend drinking 2-3 cups of coffee per day, the less sweet the better.