Differences in Salivary Proteins as a Function of PROP Taster Status and Gender in Normal Weight and Obese Subjects

Differences in Salivary Proteins as a Function of PROP Taster Status and Gender in Normal Weight and Obese Subjects

Taste plays an important role in processes such as food choices, nutrition status and health. Salivary proteins contribute to taste sensitivity. Taste reduction has been associated with obesity. Gender influences the obesity predisposition and the genetic ability to perceive the bitterness of 6-<...

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Main Authors: Melania Melis, Mariano Mastinu, Stefano Pintus, Tiziana Cabras, Roberto Crnjar, Iole Tomassini Barbarossa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-04-01
Series:Molecules
Subjects:
taste sensitivity
salivary proteins
obesity
gender
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/26/8/2244

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