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What is a salt tooth ?
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- Do you really know?
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- Jun 2, 2026
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- 274
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Summary
You’ve probably heard of a sweet tooth, the term for people who love sugary foods and desserts. But you might be less familiar with a salt tooth. In other words a preference for salty foods, such as crisps, olives, cheese and other salty things. According to a study presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions meeting in 2016, there is a genetic basis for your salt cravings. Some people carry a variation of a gene that may give them more of a taste for salt. This gene also affects how people perceive bitterness, which may explain why people with a salt tooth tend to avoid foods such as broccoli and dark leafy greens. What causes a salt tooth, and is it bad for your health ? How can you satisfy your salt tooth without harming your health ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : What is brain tapping, the viral technique for improving sleep quality? What is the half and half drinking method? How can heatwaves impact our mental health? A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices