Problems with Taste Frequently Asked Questions 20. What research
is being done on taste disorders? The National Institute on
Deafness and Other Communication Disorders supports basic and
clinical studies on smell and taste disorders. This type of
research is leading to a fuller understanding of how our sense
of taste works and how we detect and taste sensations at the
molecular level. Findings from this work may result in the
development of medicines and artificial food products that will
allow older adults with taste disorders to enjoy food again.
Also, scientists are working to discover why certain medications
can have a harmful effect on our sense of taste. They hope to
come up with treatments to help restore the sense of taste to
people who have lost it. Possible solutions include medicines
and artificial food products that will allow older adults with
taste disorders to enjoy food again.