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Food's Too Spicy? Quick Tricks to Tame the Heat

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Does drinking water help?

Many people offer water as soon as someone complains about spiciness, and even those with tears in their eyes hope for relief from the tap. However, water doesn't help with spiciness because it can't neutralize the compounds responsible for the heat. The short answer: don't reach for water. Instead, opt for one of the two following options.


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