Cilantro hate is real and well reported in science. It comes down to a variation in a smell-related gene close to OR6A2 that's sensitive to bitter flavors caused by a chemical called aldehyde.
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Why some people think cilantro tastes like soap
You're not a picky eater, you're just special.
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Tony Lee
Tony is an LA native with a deep passion for all things science. Other passions include eating all of his friends' leftovers, serenading without invitation, and listening to the same song on repeat.
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