Tag: Olfactory receptors

According to a study published in the journal *Flavour*, a genetic variant near a cluster of olfactory receptor genes is associated with detecting a soapy taste in cilantro. This discovery confirms the hereditary component behind cilantro aversion, yet many still ask, can my taste for cilantro change? The answer is a fascinating mix of nature and nurture, indicating that while your genes set a baseline, your perception isn't necessarily fixed.

According to research published in the journal *Flavour*, between 4% and 21% of people have a specific genetic predisposition that makes them dislike coriander. This strong aversion is often described as a soapy, metallic, or unpleasant chemical taste, leading many to ask: why don't I like the taste of coriander?

Over 60% of people cannot detect the distinct, sulfurous odor of asparagus metabolites in their urine, a genetic trait known as asparagus anosmia. A simple self-test can offer insight into unique olfactory wiring and help determine if you can smell asparagus pee.

It's estimated that between 3% and 21% of the population experiences cilantro as a noxious, soapy herb. This polarizing reaction is not simply a matter of personal preference but is rooted in a person's genetic makeup, particularly their olfactory receptors.

According to studies, only an estimated 20-50% of the population experiences a distinct urine odor after eating asparagus. This common but curious phenomenon, which has puzzled people for centuries, reveals that not everyone is affected by asparagus in the same way, and the reasons are tied to both genetics and metabolism.

According to a 2012 genetic study, a specific gene variant (OR6A2) is strongly associated with the perception of a "soapy" taste in cilantro. The good news is that, despite this genetic predisposition, there are proven methods and techniques you can use to significantly alter or even overcome cilantro tasting like soap.

According to a 2016 study in the BMJ, about 60% of participants could not detect any odor in their urine after consuming asparagus. This startling statistic reveals that yes, some people are not affected by asparagus, at least in terms of its well-known urinary effect, and the reason is deeply rooted in our genes.