Children are more sensitive to bitter, probably as an evolutionary tactic to prevent unknown harmful substances from being ingested. As we grow older, we distin

Children are more sensitive to bitter, probably as an evolutionary tactic to prevent unknown harmful substances from being ingested. As we grow older, we distinguish more between good bitter and bad bitter and are socialized to enjoy various bitter things. However, individual variance swamps large group trends so it's easy to find children who love vegetables from an early age and adults who are hyper sensitive and hate the taste.