Scientists reveal why salt is so addictive

By Bridie Smith
Updated December 2 2016 - 1:09pm, first published November 15 2016 - 7:00am
Researchers have worked out why we crave salt. Photo: Supplied
Researchers have worked out why we crave salt. Photo: Supplied
A mouse with a taste for salt. Photo: Florey Institute
A mouse with a taste for salt. Photo: Florey Institute
The findings could lead to the development of drugs that reduce salt cravings. Photo: Florey Institute
The findings could lead to the development of drugs that reduce salt cravings. Photo: Florey Institute

Wondering why it's so hard to resist when asked if you "want fries with that"? Or why the smell of sizzling bacon makes your mouth water and stomach rumble?

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