Why Does My Food Taste More Salty All Of A Sudden. Its just weird to find out that some food I used to enjoy is now inedible. Periodontitis may be a cause of a salty taste in the mouth.
Excessive alcohol or caffeine consumption causes fluid loss leading to dehydration and saliva that is saltier than normal. Its mostly processed food so Im not that upset. In severe cases loss of taste can lead to depression.
Dehydration causes salty taste due to insufficient fluid intake or too much fluid loss.
A salty taste in the mouth is also a side effect of certain medications such as chemotherapy drugs and anti-thyroid medications. You will taste salt in your mouth and on your lips. Loss of taste can also signal a life-threatening health issue that requires immediate medical attention. In severe cases loss of taste can lead to depression.
