'Old Person Smell'

Experts say that the smell comes from a chemical compound called 2-nonenal, and it can show up much earlier than one expects
54 points by bookofjoe 45 days ago www.theguardian.com 28 comments

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Researchers have identified 2-nonenal as the chemical responsible for the distinctive “old person smell,” which can begin to develop earlier in life than many might think. This insight sheds light on the biological changes associated with aging.

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