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Mouth as a Sensor
The mouth serves as a crucial extension of the digestive tract, equipped with a sophisticated chemical sensing system that influences our dietary choices. Research reveals that neurons in the gut communicate with the brain, triggering dopamine release in response to certain tastes, enhancing our desire for specific foods. Additionally, taste perception is not static; it can be trained and even temporarily diminished through factors like burns, but the body has the remarkable ability to regenerate taste receptors.In this clip
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