maitseeelistused
Maitseeelistused is the Estonian term for taste preferences—the relatively stable individual tendencies to like or dislike certain flavors and sensory attributes in food. They influence daily food choices and eating patterns, and are shaped by biology, experience, and culture. Maitseeelistused are related to, but not identical with, hunger, appetite, or cravings.
Causes and development: Genetic variation in taste receptors can make some tastes more pronounced (for example,
Measurement and research: Researchers study maitseeelistused using self-report tools such as food preference questionnaires and hedonic
Applications and significance: Understanding maitseeelistused supports nutrition education, dietary counseling, and public health planning by informing
See also: Taste perception, flavor, gustation, food preference, sensory science.