The fruit of the pepper plant evolved and became hotter/spicier to avoid being eaten by animals.
Tastes like hot and bitter prevent animals from eating the fruits since the represent potential poisoning.
Then came humans and harvested the plant for its heat/spice. 🙃 🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶
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