Words on Flavour
WHAT ARE SUPER-TASTERS?
Discover what supertasters are and how their heightened taste perception impacts flavour experiences
HOT AND COLD SENSATIONS
Explore how we perceive hot and cold sensations and their impact on flavour experiences
THE TONGUE MAP IS A LIE
Uncover the myth of the tongue map and learn the true science behind taste perception
HOW THE BRAIN IDENTIFIES FLAVOURS
Learn how the brain identifies different flavours and the sensory processes involved
THE BRAIN ON FLAVOUR
Explore how the brain processes flavour and the complex interplay between taste, smell, and other senses
WHAT IS AN AROMA?
Discover what an aroma is, how it is formed, and the factors that influence its perception
THE OLFACTORY EPITHELIUM
Learn about the olfactory epithelium, its structure, function, and its role in our sense of smell
HOW DO WE PERCEIVE FLAVOURS?
Explore the science behind how we perceive flavour. Understand the roles of taste, smell, and other senses in creating the overall experience of flavour