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Feel the burn: Why does spicy food hurt so much?
What in the World
Exploring the effects of spicy food and capsaicin
Exploring the impact of capsaicin, the chemical responsible for the heat in spicy food, on the body and how it triggers a burning sensation by interacting with pain and temperature receptors in the mouth. It also delves into the extreme outcomes of capsaicin ingestion, such as hospitalization and potential fatality.
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