Everyone has earwax in their ears and that's a good thing. The lard not only protects you, but also reveals something about your health.

Men and older people in particular produce more of the yellow secretion. If plugs develop in the ear, this can significantly reduce hearing ability. The best way to clean your ears without hurting yourself is to use olive oil and drizzle it on the lard. This article only contains the general information on the topic and is not intended for self-diagnosis or treatment. Our team is not allowed to answer individual questions about medical conditions. Our editorial team is in no way replaces a visit to the doctor for any medical condition. For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or visit a local Samaritans branch, see www.samaritans.org for details. In the U.S. call the National Suicide Prevention Line on 1-800-273-8255 or visit http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/.