The Hidden Brain Mechanism That Makes You Love Coffee, Chocolate, Fat, and Sugar
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Scientists have uncovered a previously understudied dopamine pathway that may explain how we learn to enjoy flavors we initially dislike. A food can become more appealing even when its flavor stays exactly the same. Researchers at UC San Francisco have identified a previously understudied dopamine pathway that helps the brain learn which flavors are worth [...]
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