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The science of spiciness | Rose Eveleth

The science of spiciness | Rose Eveleth

The science of spiciness | Rose Eveleth

TED-Ed: Lessons Worth Sharing · Rose Eveleth

February 15, 20193m 39s

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When you take a bite of a hot pepper, your body reacts as if your mouth is on fire -- because that's essentially what you've told your brain! Rose Eveleth details the science and history behind spicy foods, giving insights into why some people continue to pay the painful price for a little spice. [Directed by Flaming Medusa Studios Inc., narrated by Rose Eveleth].

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