<p>In this episode, Dan & Dean discuss the different chemicals that give spicy foods their kick. Beyond the different sources of pungency, the episode covers the biological signaling mechanism for these molecules in humans and ends with a discussion on why humans have always had a thing for spicy foods. </p>

In this episode, Dan & Dean discuss the different chemicals that give spicy foods their kick. Beyond the different sources of pungency, the episode covers the biological signaling mechanism for these molecules in humans and ends with a discussion on why humans have always had a thing for spicy foods.

<p>In this episode, Dan &amp; Dean discuss the different chemicals that give spicy foods their kick. Beyond the different sources of pungency, the episode covers the biological signaling mechanism for these molecules in humans and ends with a discussion on why humans have always had a thing for spicy foods.&nbsp;</p>

Painful Peppers: Why Humans Love Spicy Food

Nerd Alert with Dan &amp; Dean is a science-focused podcast started in summer 2022. Dan &amp; Dean bring over 20 years of shared academic and professional experience in STEM fields, making this podcast a natural extension of their interests. Episodes cover a variety of topics including biology and medical science, breakthrough technologies, as well as topics in chemistry, physics, and everything in between! Thanks for listening.

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Nerd Alert with Dan & Dean is a science-focused podcast started in summer 2022. Dan & Dean bring over 20 years of shared academic and professional experience in STEM fields, making this podcast a natural extension of their interests. Episodes cover a variety of topics including biology and medical science, breakthrough technologies, as well as topics in chemistry, physics, and everything in between! Thanks for listening.

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