[CH] some like it hot
DrBobJ2@aol.com
Sat, 18 Jul 1998 12:05:02 EDT
Here is an article I copied from August 98 Popular Science
Some Like it Hot
WHY DO PEOPLE IN THAILAND prefer spicier food than people in Sweden? It's
because spices offer some protection against the food-spoilage bacteria that
thrive in hot elimates, according to two biologists at Cornell University in
Ithaca, New York.
After analyzing thousands of recipes for the traditional meat-based dishes
of 36 countries, Jennifer Billing and Paul W. Sherman conclude that countries
with hotter climates use spices more frequently than countries with cooler
climates and within large countries such as the United States, the hottest
regions have the hottest foods: Chili is a hit in San Antonio, while Chilly
Boston tends toward clam chowder.
A taste for spices: has been passed down over many generations. In hot
climates, our ancestor; who enioyed splces with their food were apt to live
longer and produce more ofspring, says Sherman. "And they taught their
offspring and others "This is how to cook a mastadon"
Spice World
Not all spices are created equal. The 10 with the greatest effectlveness
against food-spoilage bacteria are listed here.
Garlic
Onion
Allspice
Oregano
Thyme
Cinnamon
Tarragon
Cumin
Cloves
Lemongrass
I guess this means that us CHs will live longer and produce more offspring.
Who's got a good recipie for spiced up mastadon?