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The document discusses several theories for why humans enjoy spicy foods that cause irritation and pain, unlike other animals. One theory, proposed by Dr. Paul Rozin, is that people enjoy the mild thrill and feeling of risk from spicy foods, similar to thrill-seeking activities like bungee jumping. Eating spicy food triggers our defense responses like increased heart rate and adrenaline in a controlled way. A second theory is that humans have evolved to enjoy spicy foods due to their antifungal and antibact

Author

Aqsa Majeed

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