Dietary uptake of polyphenols alters the gut microflora and stimulates the secretion of specific hormones that induce cross-talk with the brain via the sensory nerves. The astringent and bitter ...

Scientists regularly uncork fresh insights into beer and wine — even though they were invented thousands of years ago. Four recent discoveries go beyond buzz and bouquet, diving into the haziness and ...

Rasa, or taste, helps us identify the main element of a substance. Our tongue senses these tastes and their qualities. The six basic rasas are: Madhura (Sweet), Amla (Sour), Lavana (Salty), Katu ...