Smart ways to prevent hearing loss

About one-third of older adults have trouble hearing now and then, and our chance of developing hearing problems increases along with our age. The good news? Research proves there are simple steps you can take to keep your hearing sharp for years to come. Here, 5 study-backed ways to do just that

- Alex Fulton

AirPods Rx

AirPods users may already have built-in hearing support. The newest earbuds include a feature called Hearing Aid that helps people with mild to moderate hearing loss.

✓ Savor sweet potatoes

Whether roasted, mashed or baked into a pie, sweet potatoes help prevent hearing loss. They're packed with vitamin A, which protects the inner ear from free-radical damage that can lead to hearing loss. A study in the