{"id":1567,"date":"2022-08-19T04:57:39","date_gmt":"2022-08-19T04:57:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nalent.com\/?p=1567"},"modified":"2022-08-19T04:57:41","modified_gmt":"2022-08-19T04:57:41","slug":"ways-to-keep-your-voice-healthy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nalent.com\/ways-to-keep-your-voice-healthy\/","title":{"rendered":"Ways To Keep Your Voice Healthy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Whether giving a presentation at work, reading stories to your children, or enjoying a conversation with your spouse out to dinner at <a href=\"http:\/\/thebottledowntown.com\/\">The Bottle,<\/a> you use your voice all the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, it\u2019s easy to take your voice for granted until you start having problems with yours. While most of us experience short-term hoarseness after an illness, sometimes vocal changes linger, and you may even develop a <a href=\"https:\/\/nalent.com\/speech-swallowing\/voice-disorders\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">voice disorder<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"risk-factors-for-voice-disorders\">Risk Factors for Voice Disorders <\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/nalent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/pexels-anna-pou-8330383-1280x853.jpg\" alt=\"Woman's hands wrapped around a mug of hot tea with lemon.\" class=\"wp-image-1569\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nalent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/pexels-anna-pou-8330383-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/nalent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/pexels-anna-pou-8330383-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/nalent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/pexels-anna-pou-8330383-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nalent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/pexels-anna-pou-8330383-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/nalent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/pexels-anna-pou-8330383-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While they can affect anyone, the Mayo Clinic lists several <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/voice-disorders\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20353022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">risk factors that can contribute to a voice disorder<\/a>, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recent upper respiratory infections<\/li><li>Acid reflux<\/li><li>Smoking<\/li><li>Vocal abuse<\/li><li>Neurological disorders<\/li><li>Alcohol use<\/li><li>Aging<\/li><li>Improper throat clearing over a long time<\/li><li>Dehydration<\/li><li>Thyroid problems<\/li><li>Throat cancer<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"six-ways-to-protect-your-voice\">Six Ways To Protect Your Voice<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Pay attention to changes in your voice. <\/strong>If you\u2019ve been experiencing <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nalent.com\/throat\/hoarseness\/\" target=\"_blank\">hoarseness<\/a> or a raspy voice for a few weeks, or any other noticeable changes, schedule an appointment with a medical provider. By paying attention and acting quickly, you can receive quicker treatment and help prevent further damage to your voice.<\/li><li><strong>Quit smoking.<\/strong> There are countless health reasons to give up smoking, and protecting your voice is another one. Smoke and chemicals from cigarettes can cause inflammation and swelling that can affect your voice.<\/li><li><strong>Monitor your voice level.<\/strong> If you\u2019re at a sporting event or concert, you may be yelling without realizing it. Try your best to avoid screaming, cheering loudly or talking over loud noise when you can, as it puts undue stress on your vocal cords.<\/li><li><strong>Treat your acid reflux. <\/strong>Acid that rises up from the stomach and into the throat can cause voice damage. If you experience frequent heartburn or other reflux symptoms like a sour taste in your mouth or a chronic cough, make an appointment with a medical provider. They may recommend medication and lifestyle modifications to manage your symptoms.<\/li><li><strong>Stay hydrated. <\/strong>Make sure you\u2019re drinking plenty of water each day. This helps lubricate your vocal folds and avoid irritation. It\u2019s also important to consume alcohol and caffeine in moderation, as they have dehydrating effects that can harm your voice.<\/li><li><strong>Rest when needed. <\/strong>If you are experiencing hoarseness or vocal strain after a cold, take it easy. Avoid talking at length or singing until you have completely recovered.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re concerned by any recent voice changes and want to speak with a specialist or make an appointment, call <span class=\"company-name \">North Alabama ENT Associates<\/span> today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/nalent.com\/can-allergies-impact-tinnitus\/\" class=\"related-post\">Can Allergies Impact Tinnitus?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/nalent.com\/causes-and-treatments-of-allergic-wheezing\/\" class=\"related-post\">Causes And Treatments of Allergic Wheezing<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/nalent.com\/tips-for-living-with-severe-allergies\/\" class=\"related-post\">Tips for Living with Severe Allergies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether giving a presentation at work, reading stories to your children, or enjoying a conversation with your spouse out to dinner at The Bottle, you use your voice all the time. In fact, it\u2019s easy to take your voice for granted until you start having problems with yours. While most of us experience short-term hoarseness&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1569,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"It\u2019s easy to take your voice for granted until you start having problems. 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