Celery and Cilantro
Discover the intriguing world of androstadienone, a compound that humans can smell but don’t respond to sexually, unlike pigs. The conversation dives into the genetic factors influencing our love or hate for foods like celery and cilantro, revealing how early experiences can shape our preferences. It turns out that the perception of cilantro's smell can be linked to previous encounters, highlighting the complex relationship between smell, genetics, and food preferences.In this clip
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