Dairy products like milk or ice cream contain casein , a protein that breaks down capsaicin.
Heat is measured in Scoville Heat Units (SHU). For context, a jalapeño is roughly 2,500–8,000 SHU, while a Carolina Reaper can exceed 2 million SHU. Spicy Stuff.MOV
The heat in spicy foods comes from , an oily compound that binds to TRPV1 receptors in the mouth and throat. Dairy products like milk or ice cream contain
Capsaicin doesn't actually burn your skin or mouth; it tricks your brain into thinking they are on fire. a jalapeño is roughly 2
People have different tolerances based on their genetics (number of receptors) and how much they have "trained" their palate. 🥛 How to Stop the Heat