Why Does Spicy Food Taste Hot?

The video explores why spicy foods feel hot, despite their actual temperature. It explains the role of taste buds and receptors in sensing flavors and how spicy foods trick heat receptors into sending signals of heat to the brain. The video also discusses factors influencing a person's preference for spicy foods, such as age and frequency of consumption. Finally, it invites viewers to continue learning with the hosts.

Explain the difference between taste receptors and other types of receptors on the tongue.

What happens to our taste receptors when we eat something spicy?