And a study last year showed that supertasters were better able to fend off some bacterial sinus infections than people who have normal tasting abilities, perhaps because of a protective ability afforded by the supertaster gene.

WSJ: People Who Taste Too Much

The second critique of my post focused on the ability of labor organizations to gain power without protective laws.

FORBES: Yes, Unions Need Reinventing

Jet-packs give people the ability to soar through the air like Superman while protective clothing keeps soldiers and emergency personnel safe from weapons, fire and other extreme elements.

FORBES: Coming Soon: Amazing Superpowers For The Masses