If you’re among the 19% of Americans who report changes in their sense of taste as they get older, it might be some cause for alarm. New research suggests that losing your sense of taste, especially ...

Experts weigh in on what’s actually possible. Ask Well Experts weigh in on what’s actually possible. Credit...Eric Helgas for The New York Times Supported by By Simar Bajaj Simar Bajaj has been ...

It's common as we age. Here's what to do. Mixing textures in meals can help enhance your sense of taste. By Paula Derrow You probably know that certain senses, like hearing and vision, become less ...

A 2016 study found that some three-fourths of older adults have taste issues, more than any other sensory deficit. But many who notice “taste” changes are experiencing smell loss, since much of flavor ...

You probably know that certain senses, like hearing and vision, become less acute with age. But you might not realize that taste is another one. In a 2025 study published in The International Forum of ...