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Ep89 "Why do you love some flavors and not others?"

Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman

CHAPTER

The Science of Taste Perception

This chapter explores the complex mechanisms behind how taste perception works, detailing the interactions between molecules and taste receptors that allow the brain to recognize distinct flavors. It also examines the impacts of taste disorders, their recovery potential, and connections to broader health issues such as COVID-19.

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