Audiology/Otolaryngology/Hearing Health pill?

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Expert: Harriet B Jacobster, Au.D. - 2/18/2009


Question
Have you heard about Hearing Health pill by an American company called Premier Micronutrient Corporation?
Apparently researches were done with the US Navy.
Do you think it is worth trying for noise induced hearing loss? Also is it worth taking NAC (n-acetyl cysteine) and/or ALA (alpha lipoic acid)? Your input is much appreciated.

Answer
Hi Marcia,

If you were to check the ingredients in this pill, you will see that is contains nothing more than vitamins and minerals. Many of these are antioxidants and help build the immune system.  Although I doubt that there would be any harm in taking it, I am not sure that it would have any more positive effects than regular vitamins.

As for the other nutrients you mentioned...again, I doubt that there would be much harm, but I am not sure how much positive would be gained.,  The best thing for noise induced hearing loss is ear protection to prevent further loss.

Hope this helps.
Harriet B. Jacobster, AuD
Board Certified in Audiology

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Harriet B Jacobster, Au.D.

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I am a Board Certified Doctor of Audiology with 25 years of experience. I can answer questions regarding hearing loss, both general and specific, dizziness and vertigo, auditory processing disorders, hearing aids, aural rehabilitation as well as specialized audiologic testing, i.e., Auditory Brainstem Response, VideoNystagmography, Otoacoutic Emissions. I have worked with both pediatric and adult populations. Because of my extensive musical background, I am able to respond to questions regarding the special needs of musicians.

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I have been an audiologist for over 25 years with a specialty in electrophysiology of the auditory and vestibular systems and pediatric evaluations. I currently work in my private consulting practice providing services to nursing homes and schools. My Doctoral research was on specialized techniques in Auditory Brainstem Responses.

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American Academy of Audiology, - American Speech Language Hearing Association, - Hearing Loss Association of America

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Au.D. (Doctor of Audiology), Nova Southeastern University, 2000. Board Certified Doctor of Audiology (American Board of Audiology) Certificate in Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

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