That’s because the way we taste is linked to the way we smell.
Taste buds contain taste cells or gustatory cells on the tongue, roof of mouth, and throat lining.
When stimulated, these cells send messages through taste nerves to the brain for identification.
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Experts say to smell each essential oil twice a day for six weeks.
Mindfulness is a cognitive skill used to remain fully present and aware of the current moment.
While smell retraining, use mindfulness to focus on what you could taste instead of what you could’t.
Try focusing in particular on basic flavors such as bitter, sweet, sour, salty, and umami.
Add Texture
Texture plays a significant role in how we experience food.
Torelieve dry mouth, ensure youre consuming enough water throughout the day.
The analysis involved 3,699 people with COVID-19 from 12 countries.
The same analysis found that self-reported taste loss may persist in around 4.4% of cases.
They may refer you to anear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist, called an otolaryngologist.
Importance of Taste
Losing your sense of taste can negatively impact your life in several ways.
Most people will experience a full recovery within a few months.
Others may want to consider at-home remedies for getting taste back after COVID.
Smell retraining, practicing mindfulness, and eating meals with a variety of textures and temperatures may help.
If youve tried to regain taste to no success, see a healthcare provider.
Untreated or ongoing loss of taste is associated with physical and mental health complicationsbut there is hope.
A specialist can determine the best next steps.
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