Refined white sugar and Menieres

I was diagnosed with Menieres almost 2 years ago but have likely had it for many more, the Dr. said.  I haven’t had any vertigo attacks for over a year since Betahistine increased to 48 mg twice a day.  However, as everyone with this condition knows, balance issues remain, so do other very problematic and disturbing symptoms such as loud tinnitus, hearing loss, brain fog and poor balance, generally speaking. 

About a month ago, I decided to cut out white sugar in order to lose 5-10 lbs, as warm weather is here😊.  I am a baker of all things sweet so I also cut way back on that hobby!  How I feel now is unbelievable.  My Menieres symptoms have improved dramatically!  Everything is better. Particularly my balance and hearing.  Tinnitus also much decreased.  Brain fog gone!  

I realize this might be just coincidental as Menieres fluctuates but I haven’t felt this good in a few years.  It’s a bit of a change in diet but worth trying for sure.  And white sugar has an inflammatory effect and may wreak havoc with the inner ear, since it is so delicate.  I wanted to share this as it could help others,  Everyone is different and it may not make a difference to some.  I still take Betahistine.  Also, I began taking high quality B vitamins.  My energy is way up there now, compared to dragging myself around and not wanting to converse a lot as it requires too much energy. Gone are the mid afternoon naps from sheer exhaustion.  It’s not easy to avoid sugar but much can be eliminated by being vigilant.  I think we crave it less, the less we consume.  Take care.

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