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Rafi said smell also increase our appetite can you support this statement. How?

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  • The feeling of hunger activates the CB1 receptors which are present in the central nervous system.
  • This in turn activates the olfactory receptors present in the nasal cavity.
  • This brain mechanism increases our sensitivity to smell.
  • This increases our appetite and craving for food.

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