What are the 5 things humans can taste: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, and Umami
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The average adult has anywhere from 2,000 to 10,000 taste buds, each containing receptor cells that allow us to detect the world of flavor. Beyond the complex combinations of smell and texture, these sensory organs boil down all food and drink into a handful of core perceptions. So, what are the 5 things humans can taste?
