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Are people who have a better smell sense, more affected from satiation?
2017
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology
The olfactory system is affected by the nutritional balance and chemical state of the body, serving as an internal sensor. All bodily functions are affected by energy loss, including olfaction; hunger can alter odour perception. Objective: In this study, we investigated the effect of fasting on olfactory perception in humans, and also assessed perceptual changes during satiation. Methods: The "Sniffin' Sticks" olfactory test was applied after 16 h of fasting, and again at least 1 h after
doi:10.1016/j.bjorl.2016.08.011
pmid:27658749
fatcat:6ccpvsacofa3zne4pajrokfqb4