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Spaceflight could change how astronauts swallow, eat and drink in subtle ways

Spaceflight could change how astronauts swallow, eat and drink in subtle waysWorldPing

Imagine trying to swallow a sip of water while your face feels stuffed with congestion, your sense of taste is dulled and your body is floating 250 miles (400 kilometers) above Earth.

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