Invisibility is a really useful power in the movies. Whether it’s a mud-covered hero, a cloaked starship, or a stealthy ninja, invisibility allows characters in movies to be more effectual and, often, achieve the impossible. Invisible health disorders, unfortunately, are equally as potent and a lot less fun. Tinnitus, for instance, is a really common […]
If you are one of the millions of individuals in the U.S. suffering from a medical condition known as tinnitus then you most likely know that it tends to get worse when you are attempting to fall asleep. But what’s the reason for this? The ringing or buzzing in one or both ears is not […]
You know that scene in your favorite action movie where something blows up near the hero and the sound goes all high-pitched-buzzing? Well, at least some degree of minor brain trauma has likely happened to them. Naturally, action movies don’t highlight the brain injury part. But that high-pitched ringing is something called tinnitus. Normally, hearing […]
Do you recollect the old tale of Johnny Appleseed? In elementary school, you may have been taught that he traveled across the US, bringing the gift of healthy apples to every community he visited (you should eat apples because they’re good for you and that’s the moral of the story). That’s only partially true. The […]
You walk into the kitchen to find a snack. Do you want something salty… maybe some crackers? Chips sound good! There’s a leftover piece of cheesecake that would be delightful. Maybe you should just opt for a banana on second thought. After all, a banana is a much better health choice. When it comes to […]
You first notice the sound when you’re in bed attempting to sleep: Your ear has a whooshing or pulsating in it. The sound is rhythmic in tune with your heartbeat. And once you hear that sound, you can’t tune it out. It keeps you up, which is not good because you need your sleep and […]
Are you experiencing ringing in your ears that’s driving you mad? Learn whether your tinnitus is inherited or what the cause might be. Tinnitus, what exactly is it? Tinnitus is the term describing a person’s perception of a ringing, droning, or buzzing in the ear with no external stimulus present to explain this experience. The […]
Do you hear a crackling sound? A condition called tinnitus can cause you to hear buzzing, crackling, whooshing, or other sounds in your ears. Here’s what you should know. Do you hear phantom sounds like thumping, buzzing, or ringing in your ears? If this is happening with hearing aids, it could mean you need to […]
Over the past several decades the public opinion about cannabinoids and marijuana has transformed considerably. Cannabinoids, marijuana, and THC products are now allowed for medical usage in many states. The idea that some states (fewer) even allow the recreational usage of pot would have been unimaginable 10 years ago. Cannabinoids are any substances produced by […]
You learn to adapt to life with tinnitus. In order to drown out the continuous ringing, you always keep the TV on. The loud music at happy hour makes your tinnitus much worse so you refrain from going out with your friends. You’re always making appointments to try new techniques and therapies. Over time, you […]
