It may be because of the stress hormone receptors located in sweet-associated taste buds, according to researchers. The highest levels of GC receptors were found in taste cells called Tas1r3, which are specifically sensitive to sweet and umami tastes.
Learner's definition of HARDY. 1. : able to live through difficult conditions (such as a cold winter or a drought). a hardy rose. the hardiest plants/animals. [+] more examples [-] hide examples [+] Example sentences [-] Hide examples. 2. : strong and able to accept difficult or unpleasant conditions. Most of the soldiers were hardy young men. Hardy fans stuck with the team through good times and bad. Only the hardiest pilgrims made the journey. [+] more examples [-] hide examples [+] Example sentences [-] Hide examples.
adjective brave, daring, bold, plucky, hardy, heroic, gritty, stalwart, fearless, resolute, gallant, audacious, intrepid, valiant, indomitable, dauntless, ballsy (taboo slang), lion-hearted, valorous, stouthearted She is clearly a very tough and courageous woman.