
Why do we like some foods, but not others?
Brains On! Science podcast for kids
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The Effects of Bacteria on Taste
There are lots of different reasons why people like and dislike different foods. It could be your genes, the bacteria living in your mouth, how much you've seen a certain food, and how many times you've tried it before. You don't have to like every food and your taste will change over time. As long as you're eating a variety of foods, your body will get what it needs in order to grow and do all the awesome things you want to do.
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