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Do things taste saltier when you get older? Exploring age-related changes in taste perception

According to the National Health and Nutrition Survey in Japan, salt intake is higher in people over 60, often to compensate for a declining sense of taste. So, while the question, “do things taste saltier when you get older?” is common, the reality is that your perception of salty flavors diminishes with age, not intensifies. This article explores the physiological and other factors behind these changes and offers practical solutions for managing them.