Our ears reveal the true state of our health.

The human body constantly surprises us with its functions. It’s even capable of sending signals through various organs and areas to warn us of illnesses or problems. Did you know, for example, that our ears can reveal a lot about our state of health?

Besides hearing, the ears, like all other parts of the body, need to be checked regularly for health. An important indicator is the presence of earwax. This wax, composed of fats, amino acids, and minerals, protects the outer ear canal. Earwax fulfills a very specific function: it helps prevent the penetration of pathogens and germs.

A change in the consistency, color, and appearance of earwax is therefore a sign of a health problem, as the protective barrier of the earwax is compromised. To better understand this, eight changes in earwax and their significance are explained here:

Grey earwax