02/04/2026
Why those with dementia often crave sweets 🍰
It’s actually very common—and there’s a reason behind it.
As dementia progresses, changes in the brain can:
• Dull taste buds, making sweet flavors easier to recognize
• Reduce the ability to taste salty or bitter foods
• Trigger comfort-seeking behaviors tied to familiar, pleasant tastes
Did you know that changes in taste perception are common in dementia? Many people begin to prefer sweet foods - not just because of cravings, but because sw...
