What is a Supertaster?

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Some people, called "supertasters," have a higher than average number of taste buds and are more sensitive to tastes. Because taste buds are surrounded by pain fibers, supertasters are also more sensitive to the burn from certain foods, such as hot peppers.

Access What is a Supertaster? from NOVA scienceNOW at Teachers' Domain.