Study Links Diet Rich in Fruit, Fiber, Dairy, and Caffeine to Reduced Tinnitus Risk

Research highlights potential dietary associations with lower tinnitus prevalence but emphasizes the need for further investigation due to low-quality evidence.

The study, published in BMJ Open, analyzed data from eight observational studies involving 301,533 participants.
Higher fruit intake was associated with a 35% reduction in tinnitus risk, while dairy consumption showed a 17% reduction.
Caffeine intake was linked to a 10% lower risk, though findings on its effects remain contentious, and dietary fiber showed a 9% reduction in risk.
Researchers suggest potential mechanisms include antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects on blood vessels and nerves.
Experts caution that the evidence is observational and of low quality, calling for large-scale, well-designed studies to confirm these findings.