The video explains the significant role of smell in taste perception, noting that over 75% of what we taste is linked to our sense of smell. If something smells unpleasant, it is likely to taste bad as well. To mitigate the bad taste of food or drink, one can hold their nose to block the smell, making it taste less unpleasant.

How can you lessen the unpleasant taste of something that doesn't taste nice?

What is the relationship between smell and taste when it comes to food and drinks?