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Old October 21, 2014, 05:12 PM
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Peor es chile y agua lejos
Knowing this means things could be worse, I've always wondered whether it's literally true. Shouldn't it say a piece of bread instead, because water only makes the burning more intense?
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Something oily like avocado is better than bread.
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Water is the usual "cure" for the burning sensation of hot chili. The other usual remedy is salt, but Poli is right: avocado or butter are better.

The saying, however, keeps the water.
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la leche es la mejor solución
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Seguro que es la manteca en en la leche, aguacate y mantequilla que alivia el ardor del picante.
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Sí, porque la capsaicina es soluble en grasa y alcohol.
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¡Qué me has dicho! Con un tequila se pasa mejor.
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