Medical research
Researchers find cause of disordered smell
For people with parosmia, or distorted sense of smell, the aroma of freshly ground coffee can be as disgusting as burning rubbish.
May 27, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Could rosemary scent boost brain performance?
Hailed since ancient times for its medicinal properties, we still have a lot to learn about the effects of rosemary. Now researchers writing in Therapeutic Advances in Psychopharmacology, published by SAGE, have shown for ...
Feb 24, 2012
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Hot chocolate tastes better in an orange cup
European scientists say they have found further evidence that how you serve food and drink matters hugely in the perception of taste.
Jan 3, 2013
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Medical research
Potential cure for unsightly eye bags
Researchers from Flinders University have set their sights on lymphatic drainage as a potential cure for unsightly eye bags.
Jun 4, 2012
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Health
Good smells may help ease tobacco cravings
(HealthDay)—Could quitting tobacco involve something as simple as a pleasant scent?
Apr 15, 2019
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Artificial butter flavoring ingredient linked to key Alzheimer's disease process
A new study raises concern about chronic exposure of workers in industry to a food flavoring ingredient used to produce the distinctive buttery flavor and aroma of microwave popcorn, margarines, snack foods, candy, baked ...
Aug 1, 2012
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Rosemary aroma can help older adults to remember to do things
The aroma of rosemary essential oil may improve ability of people over 65 to remember events and to remember to complete tasks at particular times in the future.
Apr 27, 2016
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Addiction
Putting electronic cigarettes to the test
Electronic cigarettes are experiencing somewhat of a boom at the moment. An estimated two million people in Germany have already turned to the vapor cigarette, which many view as a healthy alternative to conventional smoking. ...
Dec 7, 2012
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Health
How the smell of food affects how much you eat
Bite size depends on the familiarly and texture of food. Smaller bite sizes are taken for foods which need more chewing and smaller bite sizes are often linked to a sensation of feeling fuller sooner. New research published ...
Mar 20, 2012
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Rosemary aroma may help you remember to do things
The aroma of rosemary essential oil may improve prospective memory in healthy adults. This is the finding of a study conducted by Jemma McCready and Dr Mark Moss from the University of Northumbria. The findings presented ...
Apr 9, 2013
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