FORKING CONTROVERSIES

Chili peppers are spicy to remind you you’re alive (and to humble you).

✗ FAKE
Chili peppers contain capsaicin, which binds to pain receptors in the mouth. It is thought to deter mammals from eating the fruit, while birds, which spread the seeds, are not affected.

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