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Changes to your sense of smell and taste are common experiences with lymphoma. Many people find that certain foods become unappetizing, and they may experience metallic tastes in their mouth. These changes can affect your eating habits and enjoyment of food.

To help manage these changes, you might try using plastic cutlery Show Full Answer

Changes to your sense of smell and taste are common experiences with lymphoma. Many people find that certain foods become unappetizing, and they may experience metallic tastes in their mouth. These changes can affect your eating habits and enjoyment of food.

To help manage these changes, you might try using plastic cutlery instead of metal utensils, which can help reduce metallic tastes. Cold or bland foods might be more appealing than foods with strong tastes or smells. Some helpful strategies include:
- Using plastic straws
- Trying cold foods or light snacks
- Blending fruits, vegetables, and proteins into smoothies
- Sucking on lemon drops, ginger candies, or mints
- Using alcohol-free mouthwash between meals
- Gently brushing teeth to help remove unpleasant tastes

Many MyLymphomaTeam members have shared similar experiences, and these approaches have helped them continue to get proper nutrition while dealing with taste and smell changes.

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