While genetics may not entirely explain your affinity for KFC Double Downs or lobster ice cream, there may be coding in your DNA that explains your taste for sweet foods or allergy to specific flavors. The first genetic basis for taste was discovered in 1931 when chemist Arthur Fox was working with powdered PTC (phenylthiocarbamide) and part of the substance flew into the air. One colleague felt it to have a bitter flavor, but Fox did not. They conducted an experiment with friends and family and discovered a broad range in how (and if) people regarded the PTC flavor to be bitter or tasteless. The perception of PTC flavor (similar to naturally occurring chemicals) was eventually shown to be dependent on a single gene, TAS2R38, which
Related Facts
On average, women do more labour, but they are allotted 55% of all work.
The Kepler telescope has discovered over 1,200 potential worlds, including 68 Earth-sized planets.
Chihuahuas have floppy ears from birth.
Did you Know? In 19th century dresses took a dramatic shape.
Did you know...? Manipur is the birthplace of polo.
Ashwagandha is a centuries-old natural remedy.
Sweden is the largest Scandinavian country.
What Is the Effect of Catnip?
Did you Know? Chile Has One Of The Longest Coastlines In The World
He or she will hide their tail behind their hind legs out of fear.
Retinoids should always be applied at night.
The Kingdom of Pagan in Myanmar
Pigeons fly quickly.
Did you Know? The 1929 Wall Street Crash Did Not Cause a Rash of Suicides
Did you Know? Alien's androids are alphabetized.
Chia has a lot of selenium.
Did you Know? The famous Titanic movie was 17.7 reels long when released.
Did you Know? The Black Spider Suit was created by a fan.
Sea Lampreys are captured and sterilised as well.
There are several lakes and rivers.
A town once dedicated to soap production still exists today.
The Meaning of "Ashwagandha"
Did you Know? Kolkata is home to oldest zoo in the country
Barbie was created by an engineer.
World’s highest one horned rhino population “Kaziranga”