How many taste buds do supertasters have?

a. over 2,000
b. over 5,000
c. over 7,000
d. over 10,000

D. Over 10,000

Explanation:

Supertasters are individuals who have greater intensity of tasting than average human beings. Approximately 25% of population is considered to be supertaster. According to some theories, an increased number of taste buds is considered to be the reason for increased sensitivity of tasting.

An average human being has 2,000-8,000 taste buds. Considering that the supertasters have increased number of taste buds, option D. over 10,000 is the appropriate answer choice.  

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