Loss of salty and sour taste in older adults linked to higher early death risk, study finds.

Losing the ability to taste salty and sour foods may indicate a higher risk of early death in older adults, according to a recent study. Researchers found that individuals over 40 experiencing taste loss had a 47% higher chance of dying within six years. The risk varied by gender and specific tastes lost, with implications for neurodegenerative and cardiovascular issues.

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