Here are the 12 odors used in the test, to watch out for if you experience persistent discomfort:
- Non-food odors : soap, leather, lilac, smoke, gas, rose
- Food odors : cherry, clove, strawberry, menthol, pineapple, lemon
Repeated difficulty recognizing several of these odors – especially a familiar fragrance like soap – may warrant a discussion with your doctor , especially if other subtle signs concern you (memory lapses, disorientation, loss of interest, etc.).
Moral? Showering isn’t just a moment of relaxation… it could also become a silent alert about the state of our brain.
