What is it?
What are Wonder Berries and How Do They Work?
The Miracle Berry Plant
Synsepalum Dulcificum (affectionately known as the Miracle Fruit or Wonder Berry) is grown in Ghana and other parts of Western Africa. It was first discovered in the early 18th century when explorers noticed local tribesmen eating these berries before a meal. When they tried them for themselves they experienced a peculiar effect. Sour and bitter foods had become sweet and enjoyable.
These berries contain a naturally occurring protein called miraculin that binds to the sour and bitter taste receptors on our taste buds. The sour and bitter tastes of foods do not change but they are no longer registered by the tongue and allow us to experience the other hidden flavors these foods possess for up to two hours.
These berries are ready to be picked and turned into Miracle Frooties
Miracle Frooties contain a crystallized form of miraculin that has the same taste-tripping effects as the fruit but in a more convenient and longer lasting form. The tablets can be kept for up to 18 months before they lose any of their potency. They contain no chemicals or perservatives and there is less than one calorie per serving.