Happy Living Tip: What?
Next time you’re rocking out to Def Leppard (admit it) on the bus or at the gym, make sure you’re protecting your ears. Scientists have been warning us about the dangerous side effects of headphones (particularly ear buds) for some time, but the most recent study estimates that two-thirds of MP3 users are blasting their buds beyond the safe decibel range of 85 on a regular basis, and that’s enough to cause long-term hearing loss. For comparison, a normal conversation registers in the 60 decibel range; a pneumatic drill, around 100. If someone else can participate in (or perhaps be victimized by) your musical selections, be aware that you are enjoying your tunes at a level that is dangerous to your hearing.
There are some easy solutions: use high-quality headphones that filter out background noise, or buy buds with filters like those made by Skull Candy. You can also keep your kids safe with volume-controlled ear buds. Sure, sound-isolating headphones are going to set you back a few extra bucks, but they’re cheaper - and happier - than hearing aids. Sorry, emotibuds.
Huh? ear drums, decibels, and more!
HT: Mike
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