To determine that you have Meniere's Disease, which is a chronic inner ear disorder, certain symptoms are looked into. These are vertigo, tinnitus, hearing fluctuations, and a feeling of fullness in the ears. A proper diagnosis of the condition also requires certain procedures, including a medical history interview, a physical exam, hearing and balance tests, and medical imaging.

Tinnitus, hearing loss, or a sense of fullness in the ears may start an attack of the condition. Tinnitus is defined as the perception of sound in the ears or head where no external source is present. It usually comes as a ringing noise, hence, it is commonly known as ringing in the ears. Usually, hearing loss is only experienced by the sufferer during an attack, but he or she may suffer a permanent hearing loss if nothing is done about the condition.

The most notable symptom the inner ear disorder is vertigo, which is often described as the feeling as if the room is spinning. This spinning sensation may be accompanied by vomiting, and this sensation may last for two to four hours. It may leave you feeling exhausted, making you sleep for hours and even for days. A more serious case is when the sufferer suddenly falls to the ground, without any warning whatsoever. Thus, if you are suffering from the disorder, make the people in your immediate environment understand what to expect.

These Meniere's symptoms are generally brought about by fluctuations of fluid in the inner ear, which is called hydrops. The membranous labyrinth contains a fluid known as endolymph. When pressure increases, the membranes can become dilated like a balloon. This may take place when endolymphatic duct or the drainage system, is blocked or in some cases, obstructed by scar tissue.

While there are different treatments that are commercially available to manage Meniere's symptoms, a diet that aims to stabilize body fluid or blood levels so that secondary fluctuations in inner fluid can be prevented should be maintained. The steps to achieving this include:

• distributing your food and fluid intake evenly throughout the day and from day to day;
• avoiding the consumption of foods or fluids that have high salt or sugar content;
• consuming more of fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and less in canned, frozen, or processed foods;
• drinking sufficient amounts of fluid daily, including water, milk, and low-sugar fruit juices (cranberry for example);
• avoiding caffeinated substances such as coffee, sodas, and chocolates; and
• limiting or eliminating alcohol intake.