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Asked by Michael Marshall
on 2008-10-01 18:04:01

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Tags: unanswered, plants.

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Reply	Anonymous says: well...cumin, anis seed, fennel, caraway are all part of the same plant family (Apiaceae) which means they share similar essential oils. You simply don't like one or more components of these essential oils.the other three are little bit weird beause different categories. Cardamon is related to ginger and turmeric so i wonder whether you have the same "tasty problem" with them? The same for Tarragon and Capers. If you like to know check the components of these plants and see whether you find similar chemical substances... xx (no votes) Tags: unanswered, plants.
	posted on 2008-10-03 13:06:00 \| Report abuse

Reply	Jon Shaw says: These are exactly the same tastes my wife dislikes. Including the capers. I wish we knew exactly what it was within these that causes the repulsion. (no votes) Tags: unanswered, plants.
	posted on 2008-11-17 05:22:00 \| Report abuse

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