The Effects of Sour & Spicy Food on Visual & Auditory Reflexes

Authors

• Aditi Kumar, St. Mary's University
• Alondra-Sophia Martinez, St. Mary's University
• Magdalena E. Saad, St. Mary's University
• Emma J. Welsch, St. Mary's University

Files

Contributor

Hawkins, Mary Beth (Faculty Mentor)

Digital Publisher

Digital Commons at St. Mary's University

Publication Date

Spring 2026

Keywords

Reflexes, Nervous systems, Visual reflexes, Auditory reflexes, Spices, Herbs, Sour, Spicy

Description

• The reflex reaction time measures how quickly the nervous system can respond to a stimulus. • In the experiment, both visual and auditory reflexes were measured to evaluate differences in reaction time after the consumption of sour and spicy foods. • Spices and herbs produce different signals that interact with the nervous system. (McMullen 2024) • Comparing the response times from before and after consumption, this experiment allowed us to determine if different tastes affect reflex reaction times.

Format

PDF

Size

1 poster

City

San Antonio, Texas

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