...CONTD... negative effectsNow that you know which foods can cause you harm, here is why they shouldnt be overused. Geographic tongue Eating potent things can cause a condition known as geographic tongue (genign migratory glossitis). It is believed that geographic tongue is caused by an allergic reaction to certain comestibles. Whether or not its caused by allergies isnt clear, but spicy food is usually the culprit. The condition appears quite rapidly and produces irritation by forming strange patterns on the tongue. After an onset, one can have a weakened sense of taste for up to one month. It disappears with time and isnt dangerous, but it can be quite irritating. Gastritis An overabundance of spicy food can cause Gastritis. Gastritis is an inflammation in the stomach lining. It is usually triggered by infections, but spicy foods like chili peppers are also believed to reduce the stomachs protective barrier. Chronic gastritis can produce ulcers by allowing the stomachs own acids to eat away at the lining. Ulcers can heal with time, just like any other lesion, but one must eat milder meals. Acid reflux In some people, spicy food can trigger acid reflux disease, which isnt bad per se, but it can be bothersome. Restaurant cuisine often seems to elicit this condition — all that burping men experience after a nice Italian meal at their favorite bistro isnt a result of bad manners, its the body not being able to handle all that strange, spicy cuisine. Chronic acid reflux disease can also lead to esophageal cancer, but only in rare cases. Cutting down on peppery cooking is a good first step to reducing this risk. Acid reflux, especially at night, can also erode teeth. Bad breath Garlic and onions are among the worst-smelling things a guy can eat, and they also happen to cause bad breath. Granted, bad breath isnt much of a nuisance, but it can sometimes spell disaster, especially on a nice first date. So avoid spicy cuisine on those nights. Insomnia Heres one most men probably didnt know: spicy food is bad for sleep. The cause is quite simple. The body needs to slow down before it can snooze and spicy food raises body temperature (thats why we sweat after a consuming fiery food). If one happens to consume something zesty before going to bed, it can disrupt slumber. The first cycle of sleep is particularly sensitive to hot food. Damage to taste buds Finally, constantly eating hot food can permanently reduce the sensation of taste. I often hear people assure others that they will get used to the burning of chili peppers. Its true, people do feel less scorching after years of spicy abuse, but not because the body got used to the sensation in question. Over time, taste buds wear out, making this reduced sensation nothing more than wear and tear of chronic abuse. Its no different from people getting used to loud music in clubs — in both cases the body suffers permanent deterioration. enjoy heat in moderationI myself love spicy food, but I also realize that the body feels pain for a reason. When the body sends us signals that something is not right, cutting down may be in order. Consuming scorching peppers isnt a sign of manliness; with all the reasons listed above, its a sign of ignorance, so consume fewer super-spicy meals.
Posted on: Mon, 06 Oct 2014 07:42:12 +0000
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