Why Do We Lose Smell and Taste During Cold?

The video explores the relationship between taste and smell, using a simple experiment to demonstrate how these senses are affected by the common cold. It explains how the virus impacts the nose and throat, leading to a loss of smell and taste. The video also highlights the connection between these senses, showing how they work together to create flavors. Additionally, it discusses the role of taste buds and brain signals in eating habits and mentions other causes of taste loss, such as dehydration, smoking, and COVID-19.

What is the primary reason you cannot taste food when you have a cold?

• Your nose is blocked, affecting your sense of smell.

• The virus affects your taste buds directly.

• The food is too bland.

• Your throat is sore, making it hard to swallow.

How does the body initially respond to a cold virus?

• By making you feel sleepy.

• By increasing body temperature.

• By sending white blood cells to attack the virus.

• By producing more saliva.

What percentage of our taste perception is attributed to our sense of smell?

• 60%

• 80%

• 50%

• 70%

What are taste buds responsible for?

• Filtering out harmful substances.

• Sending signals to the brain about flavors.

• Detecting the temperature of food.

• Producing saliva.

Apart from a cold, which of the following can cause a loss of taste?

• Lack of sleep.

• Excessive exercise.

• Dehydration.

• High sugar intake.