People born without a sense of smell breathe differently than those with a normal sense of smell, according to a new study published Tuesday.
This discovery may help explain the broader health impacts associated with anosmia—the inability to perceive odors—which has been linked to depression and increased mortality rates.
Key Findings
Researchers found that compared to people with an intact sense of smell, those with anosmia had two significant differences in breathing patterns.
Rachel Ann T. Melegrito
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Rachel Melegrito worked as an occupational therapist, specializing in neurological cases. Melegrito also taught university courses in basic sciences and professional occupational therapy. She earned a master's degree in childhood development and education in 2019. Since 2020, Melegrito has written extensively on health topics for various publications and brands.
