Changes in smell and taste may include a weakened or heightened sense of smell, a metallic or bitter taste, or a general loss of flavour in food.

These changes are often linked to hormonal fluctuations, particularly the decline in oestrogen and progesterone, muscoal dryness and neurological effects.

Brush and floss regularly, use a saline nasal spray and enhance flavours naturally with lemon, herbs and spices rather than salt and sugar. Take zinc, B12 or iron supplements if necessary.