Smell training

Each time we breathe in a scent, signals are sent from the smell receptors to the brain. By repeatedly exposing ourselves to smells, we help create fresh neural pathways and connections in our sense of smell system

Smell training – Post COVID-19

A large number of patients have not fully recovered their sense of smell after a COVID-19 infection. A study in the US has shown that around 25% who have had a COVID-19 infection were still affected by a reduced, or altered sense of smell after recovery.

According to Harvard Health Publishing, a reduced sense of smell can affect a person’s well-being, by causing depression and a negative impact on for example social relations, appetite, or sex drive.

Reasons to try smell training

Loss of smell - covid

Losing your sense of smell can occur after a respiratory viral infection such as COVID-19. Smell training has been demonstrated to help improve the sense of smell after such infections.

Enjoying food more

Engaging in smell training not only improves your ability to smell but also enhances the taste of food. Given that smell contributes to a large part of what we experience as taste, incorporating smell training is a straightforward way to elevate your dining experience.

Increased awareness of your environment

Engaging in regular smell training helps you become more attuned to the scents in your surroundings, making you more aware of what’s happening around you. Losing your sense of smell can be risky because it plays a crucial role in recognizing potentially dangerous situations, such as detecting fire or gas, or identifying spoiled food.

Improving health and enjoying life

Smell training isn’t just a nose workout; it’s an investment in your overall health and enjoyment of life. An impaired sense of smell has been demonstrated to impact well-being, leading to feelings of depression and negatively affecting social relationships, appetite, and overall desire.