Treat nasal congestion, allergies, or sinus infection
Use saline nasal rinses
Stay hydrated
Stop smoking and avoid secondhand smoke
Review medications that may affect smell or taste with a doctor
Practice good oral hygiene
Manage acid reflux if present
Try smell training with strong scents daily
Eat a varied, flavorful diet to stimulate taste
Seek medical evaluation if symptoms persist or worsen
Get tested for COVID-19 if recent infection is possible
See an ENT specialist if loss is sudden, severe, or long-lasting