Aging: What to expect Wonder what's considered a natural part of the aging process? Here's what to expect as you get older — and what you can do about it. Healthy aging — from making healthy lifestyle choices to understanding services for dependent seniors.

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Is loss of taste and smell normal with aging? Some loss of taste and smell is natural with aging, especially after age 60. But other factors can contribute to loss of taste and smell, including: Nasal and sinus problems, such as allergies, sinusitis or nasal polyps. Viral infections, including the common cold and the flu.

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