How Is Age-Related Decline in the Sense of Smell a Potential

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Multiple Choice

How is age-related decline in the sense of smell a potential risk factor for heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and other diseases?

• A) People try to compensate for the loss of smell and taste, and they may add too much sugar or salt to make food taste better
• B) People eat more to feel satisfied
• C) People eat unhealthy, processed foods so they can taste the food
• D) People try to stimulate their appetite by adding different textures to their foods (e.g., granola and yogurt), which makes them eat more calories

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