Tastes

Definition

Tastes refer to the sensations we experience when we consume food and drinks. It involves the perception of different flavors such as sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami.

Related terms

Sensory Adaptation: This term refers to our tendency to become less sensitive to a taste over time if we are continuously exposed to it.

Supertasters: Supertasters are individuals who have an increased number of taste buds and are more sensitive to tastes than average individuals.

Taste Aversion Conditioning: This is a learning process where an individual develops a strong aversion or dislike for a particular food or drink after associating it with negative consequences (e.g., nausea).