Alternative Hearing

04/01/2026

If you can hear, but have difficulty understanding, Give Kimberly a call at 402.562.4327 to schedule your hearing evaluation today!

03/30/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month
Did you know untreated hearing loss can increase mental fatigue? When hearing is harder, your brain has to work overtime just to keep up. Let's make listening easier again!
Call Kimberly at 402.562.4327 to schedule your hearing evaluation today!

03/27/2026

2. HEAR BETTER. THINK BETTER. EAT BETTER.
Romaine lettuce leaves work well for making quick meals that you can take with you on the go. Kale, spinach, romaine lettuce, and swiss chard are among the best foods for brain health. This is because they are loaded with powerful antioxidants that protect the brain from deteriorating. You can make 2 of these in the morning & take them with you for lunch or a mid-morning or mid-afternoon snack.

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03/27/2026

HEAR BETTER. THINK BETTER. EAT BETTER.
Romaine lettuce leaves work well for making quick meals that you can take with you on the go. Kale, spinach, romaine lettuce, and Swiss chard are among the best foods for brain health. This is because they are loaded with powerful antioxidants that protect the brain from deteriorating. You can make two of these in the moring and take them with you for lunch or a mid-morning or afternoon snack.
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03/25/2026

So many people wait too long because they think their hearing “isn’t that bad.”
If you’re turning the TV up, asking people to repeat, or avoiding conversations… your hearing deserves attention.

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03/20/2026

This first recipe is a breakfast recipe from Dr. Darrow's Healthy Food Healthy Brain cookbook.
Burritos are quick and easy to make using whole-grain tortillas and topped with your favority salsa, preferably the fresh-made ones found in the produce section of your local grocery store. The sliced avocado adds healthy fats to the meal that can be taken with you on the go if needed. Enjoy!

03/18/2026

We’re honored to be nominated for Best of Columbus 2026 💛

For over 20 years, we’ve loved helping our community hear better and stay connected to the moments that matter.

If you feel we’ve made a difference for you or a loved one, we’d truly appreciate your vote.

Thank you for supporting local 💙

03/16/2026

NEW AT ALTERNATIVE HEARING
Hear Better. Think Better. Eat Better.

Did you know hearing health and brain health are closely connected?

When hearing becomes more difficult, the brain has to work harder to understand speech. Over time, that extra effort may affect memory and thinking.

Supporting brain health includes:

✔ Treating hearing loss
✔ Staying socially active
✔ Regular physical activity
✔ Eating brain-healthy foods

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03/16/2026

03/11/2026

If you have a balance problem, you may receive auditory testing and a hearing test. This is because the two systems are tightly connected in the inner ear.

03/10/2026

Research strongly links hearing loss to an increased risk of falling. Hearing aids and other preventive measures can help lower your risk.

03/09/2026

Hearing loss can lead to social isolation and loneliness. Treating the hearing loss is an important first step in helping a person who is feeling isolated, along with social support and auditory training.