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Biology

Physiology of Saliva Production

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An average person produces about 0.5 to 1.5 liters of saliva every day, but this volume drops dramatically during sleep and in old age, a key reason why many older adults suffer from dry mouth.

Why this is interesting

Your mouth waters at the smell of food, but did you know that your saliva is a carefully regulated fluid that changes throughout your life?