Vertigo is a condition that affects your equilibrium, or sense of balance. When you suffer from vertigo, you feel dizzy or disoriented. Vertigo is often linked to several diet factors so by changing your diet, you can help lessen the symptoms of vertigo. Always consult your physician before making adjustments to your diet.
Low Cholesterol
Vertigo is sometimes seen in patients who have high cholesterol, according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology. In certain instances, the high cholesterol levels found in your blood can lead to symptoms of vertigo because of poor circulation. Exercising along with a low-cholesterol diet can help reduce your cholesterol levels as well as increase your blood circulation. Eat foods that are low in cholesterol such as fruits and vegetables. Avoid foods that are fried because they contain high levels of cholesterol.
Low Sodium
Excessive amounts of salt, or sodium, can lead to symptoms of vertigo, according to the Mayo Clinic and the American Academy of Otolaryngology. Avoid foods that contain a large amount of sodium such as soft drinks, potato chips, salted nuts and other snack foods. Incorporate plenty of fresh foods such as vegetables and fruits into your diet. You can also make slight changes in your diet if you must have an occasional snack such as unsalted potato chips or unsalted nuts. When it comes to soft drinks, even diet soda is loaded with of sodium.
High Iron
Sometimes vertigo is seen in patients who have anemia, which is having a low iron level, according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology. You can increase your iron intake by eating red meats, walnuts, dark turkey meat, raisins, beans and fresh greens such as spinach and green beans, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Typically, your body only absorbs 1 mg of iron for every 10 to 20 mg of iron you consume so if your diet lacks iron, this can affect your equilibrium. Your physician might want to test your iron levels before putting you on an iron-rich diet to ensure that your iron levels are linked to the symptoms of vertigo.
