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Celebrities are idolized and venerated by millions of people. However, what most of us are not aware of is that some of these celebrated artists suffer from tinnitus… Tinnitus is a physical ailment which does not discriminate.

Festivals, concerts and discos all have one thing in common: high noise levels. You really get an earful. Alright, so you could say that's the point and you go for the fun of it. But did you know that prolonged exposure to loud noises can have harmful effects on your hearing? That's why wearing earplugs is recommended. And if you still want to enjoy the music while being well protected, choose earplugs with acoustic filters.

A neighbor playing music, construction work in the neighborhood or your partner snoring incessantly are just some of the many factors that disturb your well-being at bedtime. For people who find it increasingly difficult to fall asleep, or who wake up frequently during the night, there is a solution: earplugs.

Do you still remember what ‘silen ce’ means? When was the last time you actually spent several minutes enjoying complete silence? Silence has truly become a luxury. Human beings now mostly live in urban spaces and therefore in noisy environments. These noises – may they be from public transportation, neighbourhood, shops, music, and so on – constantly affect our brain. This excessive noise can lead to an increase in both physical and mental stress. As a result, we all strive for silence. Silence Is Beneficial For Both Our Body And Our Brain

Low morale, proliferation of viruses, chronic fatigue, dry skin... Facing winter can sometimes be a difficult mission. Indeed, this season is probably the most difficult for our organism. The body is exposed to temperature changes and the decrease in light leads to a decrease in energy. In addition, during this season, the risk of developing diseases increases. But fortunately, there are tips to reduce the effects of winter on the body and we will share them with you!

No matter where you are, there can be some distractions. In offices, conversations at the water fountain and conversations nearby can interfere with concentration. On the other hand, working at home can present challenges in terms of structure and discipline. If working from home is temporary due to the pandemic or even if you are an experienced remote worker, you may find it difficult to stay focused and productive during these uncertain times. Do not worry. Here are some tips for staying focused when you have to work from home.

When the weather is nice, you will probably go swimming, surfing, ... Water can be very nice to relax but did you know that your ears and especially your children's ears are very exposed during these activities? At the sea or in the pool, protecting your ears can prevent ear infections, or even hearing loss in the most serious cases.

Tinnitus is a so-called "parasitic" noise that a person hears without their real existence being demonstrable. We tend to believe that this ailment only affects a handful of people, but this is unfortunately not the case. Indeed, in France, about 20% of the population is affected by it, with a proportion of 30% among adults. Tinnitus can be mild or severe, permanent or temporary. 

You are a musician and you are often exposed to high noise? Being exposed to heavy sounds for too long can damage your hearing. But how can you protect your ears while maintaining the quality of the music you play or listen to? Think about wearing hearing protection to protect your ears!

Noise pollution can be considered an integral part of your daily life. It has been scientifically proven to affect the overall population. A lot of people suffer from an increased sensitivity to background noise nowadays. This ultimately means that they can barely stand listening to high-level sounds. But which solutions can be put forward to help them? Wearing noise-reducing earplugs is one of the best known solutions while also being inexpensive.

"I'm too old for a road trip on a motorcycle", "I'll never be ready enough for the adventure", "I don't have the time"... The excuses that we sometimes use to avoid a motorcycle road-trip are numerous. However, this experience is one of the best you can have. Indeed, you will discover cultures, explore landscapes, travel as far as the eye can see, appreciate the diversity of seasons and regions, etc... But beware, there is no question of going on an adventure without preparing yourself.

The music festivals season is nearly there! You’ve pinned your tickets on your corkboard and you’ve reserved your camping spot. You know exactly which groups you absolutely want to hear playing and watch live. Or perhaps you didn’t make any reservations at all and you’re just waiting until the last minute, hoping to still seize an opportunity. Whether you’re perfectly ready or not ready yet, BLOX has written this article for you. You’ll find some elementary rules here to protect your hearing while on a festival and you’ll learn which are the best earplugs to wear on festivals. Finally, there’s a list of all the festivals from June to August which you shouldn’t miss.