This month’s cubed takes a look at a new technique being developed by scientists at Oxford University, which measures the spiciness of chilli peppers. The new process tests the levels of ‘capasaicinoids’, the active components which give chillies their fiery heat. It may even provide a personal chilli meter, so people can test how hot their chilli con carne is before they taste it!

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