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Beware of 5 Dangers of Overeating Spicy

DDHK.ORG - Spicy food is very popular with Indonesian people. However, if you consume it excessively and too often, the dangers threaten your health.

CNN Indonesia launched from Eatthis, there are at least 5 dangers to watch out for due to consuming excessive spicy food. First, diarrhea and abdominal pain which are the most common reactions after eating spicy food. The reason is irritation of the inner lining of the intestine by chili that enters the stomach.

Second, insomnia and decreased sleep quality. Especially, if spicy food is eaten before bed at night. What feels is bloated, bloated, stomach twists, then causes discomfort in lying down.

Third, skin irritation such as blisters and a red rash. This is because spicy food can stimulate receptors in the skin, which normally respond to burning, itching, or changes in air temperature.

Fourth, sore throat. When spicy food enters the body in excessive amounts, the throat experiences an increase in temperature, becomes hot and irritated.

Fifth, acne appears and causes eczema. When spicy foods cause irritation in the intestines, this inflammation also affects skin redness, acne, and eczema. [DDHKNews]

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