Latihan 2

Why do many people become addicted to spicy food?

• It makes their tongue feel genuinely burned.

• They enjoy the feeling of pain experienced during spiciness.

• It helps them lose weight.

• It improves their sense of taste.

What is the chemical compound responsible for the burning sensation in spicy food?

• Endorphin

• Dopamine

• Capsaicin

• Serotonin

What two hormones does the brain release to counteract the pain and create a feeling of pleasure after consuming spicy food?

• Adrenaline and Cortisol

• Serotonin and Melatonin

• Endorphin and Dopamine

• Oxytocin and Vasopressin

What is the primary reason plants produce capsaicin?

• To attract pollinators.

• To make their fruits more appealing to humans.

• To protect their seeds from being eaten by certain animals and microbes.

• To increase their growth rate.

How can individuals gradually increase their tolerance to spicy food?

• By consuming large amounts of spicy food all at once.

• By avoiding spicy food for extended periods.

• By eating spicy food frequently, starting with small amounts and gradually increasing.

• By drinking cold water immediately after eating spicy food.