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Get smart. Sign Up. Support science journalism. It should go without saying that if you want your food to be mild, then go easy on the chiles.
But we've all made mistakes, like misjudging a recipe or forgetting that, when it comes to chile peppers, it's the smaller, younger ones that are spicier than the bigger, older ones. As with stopping the burning in your mouth after you've eaten spicy, there are a lot of widely accepted but scientifically unproven techniques for toning down a spicy dish, like adding honey. But the only guaranteed method is to dilute it, meaning you may need to double or more every ingredient in your recipe except the chiles.
Another approach is to have something on hand to coat your mouth so you can prevent capsaicin from hitting those nerve endings at all.
Michael Y. Park May 25, Pin FB More. A woman eating a Red chilli pepper. All rights reserved. If you have the foresight, applying a soothing barrier cream to the anus before defecating can help, says Dr Barrett.
Eventually, your anus will adjust to the ill-effects associated with your Friday night vindaloo. Your anus will adjust to the ill-effects associated with your Friday night vindaloo. Incorporating bland foods into the meal, such as bread and yogurt, is a precaution that will provide some relief — just make sure you choose low-fat options. Parenting Mental health Healthy eating Conditions Follow. Type keyword s to search.
Kemter Getty Images. We look at why your poo burns after a spicy meal, including the key symptoms, treatments and tips on how to prevent anal pain: What causes poo to burn after spicy food?
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