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Taste buds (Eng. taste bud) are microscopic structures composed of specialized epithelial cells responsible for detecting taste. The sensory cells within these structures recognize chemical substances ingested in the mouth and convert them into neural signals. Taste buds are distributed primarily on the tongue but also occur in smaller numbers on the soft palate, epiglottis, and larynx—structures of the upper respiratory and swallowing region. Each taste bud contains multiple cell types with dis

Umami is a Japanese term meaning “delicious” or “pleasant taste,” recognized as one of the fundamental components of taste. Considered the fifth basic taste alongside sour, sweet, bitter, and salty, umami is primarily associated with amino acids and nucleotides such as glutamate, inosinate, and guanylate. It presents a savory, meaty, and lingering flavor profile. The scientific definition of this taste was established in the early 20th century by Japanese scientist Kikunae Ikeda, who identified