Should ears be cleaned or not? An ENT specialist told the right way to clean ears and a healthy diet
- bySudha Saxena
- 30 Aug, 2025
Cleaning ears is a task that people often either ignore or use the wrong method to clean them. Let's know from the experts the right way to clean ears and the right diet.
Cleaning ears is a task that people often either ignore or use the wrong method to clean them. Due to which the ears can be damaged. Usually, people use earbuds to clean their ears, while some people start cleaning their ears with a matchstick or any sharp object. At the same time, some people clean it with the help of oil and home remedies in the ears. But do you know that doing this can harm your ears? In such a situation, the question arises of how to clean the ears.
Let us tell you that the wax that accumulates in the ear prevents external dust particles from entering our ears and starts coming out on its own from time to time. The expert said that when you clean the ear with a sharp object, the wax goes inside and gets stuck there. Due to which the ear can get blocked, there can be pain in the ear, and sometimes there can be problems in hearing. Let us know from the expert when earwax becomes a danger signal and when it can be cleaned.
Should I clean my ears?
According to experts, ears should not be cleaned. Dr. Mamta Kothiwala, ENT Specialist, Rungta Hospital, Jaipur has told the correct way to clean the ears and the way to keep the ears healthy.
What to eat to reduce earwax production and keep it healthy
To keep your ears healthy and reduce earwax, you should include fresh fruits and green vegetables in your diet. Include omega-3 foods like fish, walnuts, and flaxseed in your diet. Avoid eating packaged and processed food. This helps in keeping the ears healthy.
How to clean your ears
Whenever you have ear pain or hearing loss, you should visit an ENT specialist. He will be able to prescribe ear drops or clean your ears properly.
(Disclaimer: This content, including advice, provides general information only. It is in no way a substitute for a qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your doctor for more information. NewsCrab does not claim responsibility for this information.)
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