Duluth Labs Molecule of the Week (MOTW)
The Chemistry of Barbeque
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They contribute to the smoky aroma and taste of barbeque.
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They are components of decomposed wood.
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They are released during the grilling of wood/charcoal.
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Serotonin
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It helps with eating, sleeping, and digesting food.
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It has the ability to act as a natural mood stabilizer.
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It can be given to patients as a treatment for anxiety and depression
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Morphine (Opioid)
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It helps to relieve pain
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It is a narcotic
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It may cause drowsiness
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Estradiol
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It is a form of estrogen (female hormone).
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It can be used to treat menopause
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It is present at very high levels in pregnancy.
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Aspirin (Acetylsalicyclic Acid)
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It can be used to treat pain, fever and inflammation.
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It can be used to prevent blood clot formation in patients at risk for stroke or heart attacks.
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It should not be taken if you have a bleeding disorder.
