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Why does hot sauce make your nose run?

Why does hot sauce make your nose run?

Moment Of Um · Brains On Universe

May 7, 20245m 44s

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Show Notes

If you’re an adventurous eater you might have tried spicy cuisine, or maybe added hot sauce to your meals. Did your eyes water? Did your nose run? If so, that’s a totally normal response, and  Otolaryngologist Erich P. Voigt is here to help us understand why that is.


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