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Throughout our lives, we take care of ourselves in different ways. We try to eat healthy stuff, we like to exercise a little, and we try to keep our minds as happy as possible. We know that if we don’t take care of ourselves, the consequences aren’t great. We could end up being a little down, or we could even face something super grave.

The usual suspects are often given the best treatment. Our muscles are worked out in order to keep fit. We don’t eat stupidly so that we can keep our ticker nice and systematic. We meet our friends and be sociable so that our heads are in the right place. We even take medication for our mental states when we’re feeling a little anxious or down. There are a few aspects of our being that we only try to fix after the problem has surfaced, however. One of those is our hearing.

We use our ears at every waking moment (and sometimes when we’re unconscious), so we naturally take them for granted. If we don’t behave ourselves, though, we might end up regretting the way we neglected our hearing. They’re super vital, and it would be a huge shame to lose what may as well be a superpower. Here are a few ways we can take good care of our ears and ensure they’re good to go for years to come.

Clean Them Properly

You’ve always been told since you were little that you have to clean your ears. Obviously, you want to get all of that wax out – that stuff isn’t nice. But you should also keep them nice and clean because it can prevent any problems later on down the line. Traditionally, we’ve been given cotton buds (or Q-tips) to clean our ears with, but that’s not really the best way of dealing with it all. They can clear out a little wax, but they can also do a little damage if not done properly.

See Your Doctor

The most obvious point of the lot, here, but seeing a qualified professional is the best course of action you could take. It’s not every day you’re going to head on down to the doctor’s office for a check-up on your ears, but if you feel as though you want to make sure, then they’ll be able to do tests.  

Use Hearing Aids

If you’re at the stage where your hearing is going a little, then there are a few things you can do to help your quality of life. Hearing aids are a fantastic way of boosting the volume. Just when you thought your ears were completely abandoning you, there’s a way to bring them back! You can learn more about them and how they’re kept in good condition online.   

Turn The Volume Down

It’s an easy habit to get into, but playing loud music is terrible for your ears in the long term. You obviously know the dangers of being next to loudspeakers at a concert, but even the noise in your headphones can do some damage. It might be a little dull, and you might not get the full effect of the music, but your ears’ longevity is important, too.