Flavor test in patients with chronic kidney disease

Introduction: The sense of "taste ” is a neurosensorial ability with a very important role in food preferences and in the choice of foods. The loss of the gustatory function greatly compromises the quality of life and has a strong impact on social and relational activities. A reduction in flavor recognition occurs physiologically in the elderly subject and it has been associated with various diseases.

Source: Nutrition, Metabolism, and Cardiovascular Diseases : NMCD - February 22, 2020 Category: Nutrition Authors: I.C. Nettore, E. Salomone, M.S. Lonardo, G. Palatucci, L. Maione, F. Franchini, T. Di Lauro, R. Di Martino, L. Aurino, R. Rubino, A. Colao, B. Guida, P.E. Macchia Source Type: research