A lot of people love spicy foods as they bring thrills to the eating experience. Hot spices are added to dishes not only to add flavor but they also provide the right amount of nutrients required by the body. People who have hemorrhoids choose not to eat these foods as they might trigger rectal bleeding, pain or itching. Although studies showed that these spices are not the only one responsible for the bleeding, spicy foods upset the stomach which increases the piles dilemma.
Hemorrhoids are inflamed veins in the rectum which could rip apart due to constipation or diarrhea, and then results to rectal bleeding. These piles are itchy, bring discomfort, painful and swollen. A 2006 Italian study shows that red hot chili peppers do not contribute to piles formation. However, an American study determines that spicy food, alcohol, coffee and nuts can worsen the condition.
One of the famously-used hot spices today is Jalapenos peppers. This Mexican vegetable is well known for its on-fire sensation when eaten. Due to its high level quality of spice, it brings burning sensation to hands of the person preparing it. This is because of the capsaicin present in this spice. So make sure to wear gloves while chopping and cooking them. Capsaicin is water insoluble so when it gets in contact with your skin, washing your hands with water, using cold compression or applying lime juice would just be momentary relief. Your stomach will not definitely tolerate it especially if you are sensitive to spicy foods.
The capsaicin found in Jalapenos peppers, hot peppers and hot sauces can lead to severe diarrhea. If your stomach can’t endure spicy dishes, then this might lead to gastric distress that leads to diarrhea. Therefore, spicy foods can worsen bleeding piles.
Fatty foods with hot spices can result to constipation. However, it is not the hot peppers that contribute to the condition but the fatty foods. Vegetables and rice along chili peppers and hot sauce and burrito with black beans are spicy foods which is high in fiber but low in fats, and they could help one avoid constipation to prevent bleeding piles.
There is a long list of possible causes of rectal bleeding. So if there is blood in your anus after consuming spicy food more often or in certain occasion, then it is essential to see a physician for medical opinions. It is advisable to drink water after eating spicy foods for smooth digestion and excretion in your digestive tract.
Proper diet is very essential to maintain a healthy digestive system and to avoid hemorrhoids formation. Reduce the consumption of hot spices such as Jalapenos peppers due to its high level of capsaicin which leads to serious digestive complications. Make sure to plan your diet for the whole week for balanced and healthy lifestyle and don’t forget to incorporate regular exercise. Piles should be treated as early as possible to prevent unhygienic excretion of bowels and also to avoid humiliation. Make sure you eat the right foods at the right time, and take care of your body every time.
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