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Why do I get so hungry on airplanes?

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According to a study commissioned by Lufthansa, the combination of low pressure, dry air, and engine noise can dull our senses of taste and smell by up to 30%, which is a major reason why do I get so hungry on airplanes. This phenomenon is a result of various physiological and psychological factors working together to disrupt our normal appetite signals.