Navigating Smell and Taste Disorders

by Ronald DeVere MD, Marjorie Calvert

Overview

"Demos Health and the American Academy of Neurology Present a New Book for Patients with Smell and Taste Disorders

Over 200,000 people visit doctors each year for smell and taste problems. Since our ability to smell and taste decreases with age, up to 14 million Americans aged 55 and older may live with these disorders, undiagnosed. Smell and taste disorders affect a person's ability to enjoy food and drink and may result in decreased appetite, weight loss, and too much added sugar and salt in the diet. In severe cases they may lead to depression. Smell and taste problems can also interfere with personal safety, limiting the ability to notice smoke and potentially harmful chemicals and gases.

Navigating Smell and Taste Disorders is a unique collaboration between a doctor and a food consultant that both addresses the subject of smell and taste loss and provides food preparation tips and a special recipe section that will appeal to other senses and make food attractive again. This is a must-have reference book for all those living with smell and taste disorders.

The book covers the whole disorder including

• How smell and taste work
• Causes of smell and taste problems
• Treatments
• What you can expect when you visit a specialist
• Recipes that will appeal to other senses and make food attractive again
• First-person accounts of coping with this disorder

Navigating Smell and Taste Disorders is the inaugural book in the series Neurology Now Books from the American Academy of Neurology. Inspired by Neurology Now, the AAN's leading neurologic patient information magazine, Neurology Now Books are written from a multidisciplinary approach, combining the expertise of a neurologist with other related experts and patients and caregivers. Each volume will provide the reader with the most up-to-date information, answers to questions and concerns, and first-person accounts of others who are living with a neurologic disorder."

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781932603965
Publisher:	Springer Publishing Company
Publication date:	08/03/2010
Series:	Neurology Now Books
Pages:	208
Sales rank:	274,089
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Ronald DeVere, MD, had practiced neurology for 30 years when he lost part of his ability to smell in 1995. He began researching smell and taste disorders in-depth after discovering a lack of information available on the subject. As a result of his research he opened the Taste and Smell Disorders Clinic in Austin, Texas as part of his practice and is director of the clinic to this day.

Marjorie Calvert has turned her passion for cooking into a career at the Four Seasons Hotel in Austin, TX. In 2004 she joined the staff of the Smell and Taste Disorders Clinic as food consultant and has been instrumental in developing the clinic's taste testing study, food preparation guidelines, and recipes.

Table of Contents

Foreword Richard L. Doty, PhD ix

Preface xi

About the AAN Neurology Now Books Series Lisa M. Shulman, MD xiii

Acknowledgments xvii

Introduction xix

Chapter 1 Why Can't I Smell? 1

Common Causes of Smell Disorders 1

Chapter 2 Why Can't I Taste? 21

Common Causes of Taste Disorders 22

Chapter 3 Temperature, Texture, and Spice: How Does the Smell and Taste System Work? 33

How We Smell 33

How We Remember Odors 37

How We Taste 38

Chapter 4 Sniffing Out What's Wrong: How Smell and Taste Disorders Are Diagnosed 49

Which Doctor to See? Seeking Medical Help 49

Visiting a Smell and Taste Clinic 52

Specialized Smell Testing 53

Specialized Taste Testing 56

Chapter 5 What Does It Mean? Treatment Options and Lifestyle Changes 61

Education about Your Disorder 62

Treatment for Smell and Taste Disorders 62

Living Well with a Smell and Taste Disorder 72

Potential New Treatments 77

Looking to the Future 78

Chapter 6 Food Preparation 81

General Information 81

Five Basic Tastes, Unlimited Flavors 86

Food Preparation Methods Suggested by Patients with Smell and Taste Disorders 88

Recipes 89

Introduction 90

Salads 93

Sides 99

Snacks and Appetizers 105

Fish and Seafood 109

Chicken 115

Beef 119

Condiments 127

Marinades and Sauces 135

Tips for Holiday Meals 147

Recipe Credits 151

Appendix A Smell and Taste Clinics 153

Appendix B Food Resources 157

Appendix C Recommended Reading 159

Appendix D Internet Resources 161

Appendix E About Neurologists 163

Appendix F About the American Academy of Neurology and the American Academy of Neurology Foundation 165

Glossary 167

Index 173

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Joseph I Sirven, MD (Mayo Clinic Arizona)
Description: Smell and taste disorders are some of the most common neurological complaints, yet they are often overlooked and underemphasized. This book is the first of its kind to address these disorders.
Purpose: The concept was to provide a concise source of information about smell and taste and the disorders that can impact these related senses. This is an excellent goal, given the paucity of information on the topic. The authors meet their intended objectives in several ways.
Audience: They provide an informative overview of the nature of smell and taste disturbances and of the assessment and treatment options currently available. Thus, the book is intended to serve as a resource for the lay public. This is the first in the Neurology Now Books series from the American Academy of Neurology.
Features: Although the book is intended for the lay public, I was pleasantly surprised by the treasure trove of helpful practical information I found. The figures and explanations are easy to follow and understand. In a unique touch, the book includes recipes which help to enhance both taste and smell.
Assessment: This is an excellent book that all patient libraries should purchase. It fills an important niche and will be an invaluable resource.

Doody's Review Service

"This is a much-needed resource for medical practice and for those who are afflicted by smell and taste disorder, as well as their carers. Crucial information is clearly explained and all technical terms defined with care and attention to the needs of the reader. The work reflects the admirable and broad experience of the authors. It truly fulfills the aims of the editors in bringing the doctor to the patient and is guaranteed to enlighten and empower both. I recommend this book to anyone who may have lost smell and taste functions and to all medical students and practitioners. In addition it is a 'must read' for people who anticipate or are feeling the beginnings of neurological disorders prevalent in our senior years. This book is a great contribution to humanity." - Graham Bell, PhD, Editor, ChemoSense, Conjoint Associate Professor of Medical Sciences, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia

"Dr. DeVere and Ms. Calvert offer interesting insights, reasonable and concise information, and solid advice. Patients and families struggle to gain reliable data in order to make appropriate life adjustments and important decisions. "Navigating Smell and Taste Disorders" delivers." - Debbie Hanna, President, Alzheimer's Association, Capital of Texas Chapter, Austin, TX

"These recipes are east to prepare and allow us to satisfy the taste palates of all generations of our families. We are glad there is a resource like this that we can access." - Harry and Cindy Zimmerman, Austin Texas

"Navigating Smell and Taste Disorders is an enlightening guide for those who suffer from chemosensory disorders. The first of its kind, this patient-oriented approach should be hailed as a groundbreaking book. It is highly recommended..." -- Alan R Hirsch, MD, Neurological Director Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation, Chicago, IL--Graham Bell, PhD, Editor, Chemosense, Conjoint Associate Professor of Medical Sciences, University (06/15/2010)

""Navigating Smell and Taste Disorders" is an enlightening guide for those who suffer from chemosensory disorders The first of its kind, this patient-oriented approach should be hailed as a groundbreaking book. It is highly recommended... "--Alan R. Hirsch, MD, Neurological Director
Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation, Chicago, IL

"Dr. DeVere and Ms. Calvert offer interesting insights, reasonable and concise information, and solid advice. "Navigating Smell and Taste Disorders" delivers."--Debbie Hanna, President, Alzheimer's Association, Capital of Texas Chapter

" A "must read."..I recommend this book to anyone who may have lost smell and taste functions and to all medical students and practitioners."--Graham Bell, PhD, Editor Chemosense and Conjoint Associate Professor of Medical Sciences, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia

"These recipes are easy to prepare and allow us to satisfy the taste pallets of all generations of our families. We are glad there is a resource like this that we can access."--Harry and Cindy Zimmerman, Austin, Texas


" "Navigating Smell and Taste Disorders" is an enlightening guide for those who suffer from chemosensory disorders The first of its kind, this patient-oriented approach should be hailed as a groundbreaking book. It is highly recommended... "--Alan R. Hirsch, MD, Neurological Director
Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation, Chicago, IL

"Dr. DeVere and Ms. Calvert offer interesting insights, reasonable and concise information, and solid advice. "Navigating Smell and Taste Disorders" delivers."--Debbie Hanna, President, Alzheimer's Association, Capital of Texas Chapter

" A "must read."..I recommend this book to anyone who may have lost smell and taste functions and to all medical students and practitioners."--Graham Bell, PhD, Editor Chemosense and Conjoint Associate Professor of Medical Sciences, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia

"These recipes are easy to prepare and allow us to satisfy the taste pallets of all generations of our families. We are glad there is a resource like this that we can access."--Harry and Cindy Zimmerman, Austin, Texas

From the Publisher

"This is a much-needed resource for medical practice and for those who are afflicted by smell and taste disorder, as well as their carers. Crucial information is clearly explained and all technical terms defined with care and attention to the needs of the reader. The work reflects the admirable and broad experience of the authors. It truly fulfills the aims of the editors in bringing the doctor to the patient and is guaranteed to enlighten and empower both. I recommend this book to anyone who may have lost smell and taste functions and to all medical students and practitioners. In addition it is a 'must read' for people who anticipate or are feeling the beginnings of neurological disorders prevalent in our senior years. This book is a great contribution to humanity." - Graham Bell, PhD, Editor, ChemoSense, Conjoint Associate Professor of Medical Sciences, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia

"Dr. DeVere and Ms. Calvert offer interesting insights, reasonable and concise information, and solid advice. Patients and families struggle to gain reliable data in order to make appropriate life adjustments and important decisions. Navigating Smell and Taste Disorders delivers." - Debbie Hanna, President, Alzheimer's Association, Capital of Texas Chapter, Austin, TX

"These recipes are east to prepare and allow us to satisfy the taste palates of all generations of our families. We are glad there is a resource like this that we can access." - Harry and Cindy Zimmerman, Austin Texas

"Navigating Smell and Taste Disorders is an enlightening guide for those who suffer from chemosensory disorders. The first of its kind, this patient-oriented approach should be hailed as a groundbreaking book. It is highly recommended..." -- Alan R Hirsch, MD, Neurological Director Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation, Chicago, IL

Graham Bell

Reviewer: Joseph I. Sirven, MD (Mayo Clinic Hospital)
Description: Smell and taste disorders are some of the most common neurological complaints, yet they are often overlooked and underemphasized. This book is the first of its kind to address these disorders.
Purpose: The concept was to provide a concise source of information about smell and taste and the disorders that can impact these related senses. This is an excellent goal, given the paucity of information on the topic. The authors meet their intended objectives in several ways.
Audience: They provide an informative overview of the nature of smell and taste disturbances and of the assessment and treatment options currently available. Thus, the book is intended to serve as a resource for the lay public. This is the first in the Neurology Now Books series from the American Academy of Neurology.
Features: Although the book is intended for the lay public, I was pleasantly surprised by the treasure trove of helpful practical information I found. The figures and explanations are easy to follow and understand. In a unique touch, the book includes recipes which help to enhance both taste and smell.
Assessment: This is an excellent book that all patient libraries should purchase. It fills an important niche and will be an invaluable resource.

Doody Reviews