1725 , explorer of the Chevalier de Marche is the place of origin west by Africa was discovered in. De Marche noticed the existence of miracle fruit as the locals picked and chewed the fruit before meals.

When this fruit is eaten, miraculin molecules bind to the taste buds of the tongue , making the next bitter and sour foods ( such as lemons and limes ) and drugs feel sweet. This effect lasts for about 30 minutes to 2 hours. Miraculin itself sweeteners instead, sweet feel depends on the subsequent food. Such a miracle-like fruit may be able to transform future health from the concept of diet.

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