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A Signal You Can Taste

MSI and gene expression analyses link flavanol taste to noradrenaline synthesis in the brain 

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  • February 18, 2026

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    Flavanol-rich foods like cocoa and berries may enhance brain function.

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    The astringent taste activates neural circuits related to cognition.

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    Mice given flavanols showed increased activity and memory performance.

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    This response may be linked to the locus coeruleus-noradrenergic system.

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    Flavanols potentially improve health through sensory signaling pathways.

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A Signal You Can Taste

MSI and gene expression analyses link flavanol taste to noradrenaline synthesis in the brain 

  • February 18, 2026

  • 2 min

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