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I have some reason to believe that cucumber aversion might be genetic. I recall coming across something about it a while back while looking into the cilantro s
by nibbleshifter 4y ago
I have some reason to believe that cucumber aversion might be genetic.
I recall coming across something about it a while back while looking into the cilantro soap gene thing, apparently there's a few similar genes that cause other food aversions (eg: kale, cucumber, etc).
One suggested reason for this trait is literally "avoiding getting poisoned".
- djmips 4y agoI eventually allowed cilantro in my diet and don't notice the 'soap' thing much anymore. Is there actually a gene in play?
- nibbleshifter 4y agoApparently yes, there's a common gene that does seem to come into play. I wonder if repeated exposure causes you to stop noticing it? https://blog.23andme.com/23andme-research/cilantro-love-hate-genetic-trait/ https://blog.23andme.com/23andme-research/cilantro-love-hate...