One of the byproducts of aging is the unfortunate fact that we become susceptible to various physiological changes. Hearing loss is just one of those afflictions that, in some degree, will affect all of us.

As a national health problem, there is some concern focused on how a person’s hearing is affected during his lifetime. Many regulations requiring hearing protection have begun appearing at job sites and the workplace. The closer to the ear drum the sound source becomes the more sensitive it is. With the recent phenomena of the “earbud”, more and more young folks are experiencing high intensity sounds, sometimes on a near 24/7-365 basis.

As a result, the percentage of Americans with hearing loss is rising, not just with baby boomers, but also young people who play portable sound systems loudly. Experts contend that 25 percent to 40 percent will have hearing loss. People with hearing loss often will not admit it because they do not want to wear a hearing aid. And, the young many times do not even know that they are experiencing hearing loss as degradation can occur gradually, and the individual unknowingly adjusts incrementally to the loss.

Fortunately, there has been significant new technology in recent years that helps people to overcoming, or at least live with, their hearing loss. There are hearing aids available now that have eliminated the feedback or whistling problem that plagued users in years past.

Getting the right hearing aid requires a hearing evaluation. A licensed audiologist usually administers an examination, which takes about an hour. Depending on the results, the audiologist will consider the hearing loss issues, the type of environment the individual works, and the lifestyle needs of the individual. Some hearing aids are better for certain types of environments, plus there are always budget considerations.

Natural alternative treatment program to battle hearing loss safely and effectively is on the horizon. Using a specific combination of antioxidants, diet, exercise, and basic lifestyle changes, some programs can help to prevent and possibly even somewhat reverse hearing loss.

The book shown in this inset offers a simple self-assessment test that identifies the type, severity, and prognosis of hearing loss, comprehensive advice on diet and supplements, and natural remedies and important lifestyle changes that can make a difference.

This is one resource providing answers to the millions of hearing impaired baby boomers.

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