Some people love spicy food, some cannot eat chili peppers, and some should avoid them. So, who should avoid eating chili peppers, and what effects can it have on them? According to relevant information, a significant proportion of patients with esophageal and gastric cancer have a long history of consuming chili peppers. So, see if you are among them.
1. People with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, hypertension, as well as patients with chronic bronchitis, pulmonary heart disease, and pulmonary tuberculosis, should avoid chili peppers. Capsaicin can cause a sharp increase in circulating blood volume, a faster heartbeat, and tachycardia. A large dose in a short period can lead to acute heart failure or sudden cardiac death. Even if no accident occurs, it can impede the recovery of existing cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, and pulmonary diseases.
2. Patients with chronic gastritis, gastric ulcers, or esophagitis should avoid chili peppers. Due to the stimulation of capsaicin, the mucous membranes can become congested, swollen, and eroded. It can also cause a sharp increase in gastrointestinal motility, leading to abdominal pain, diarrhea, and affecting the recovery of digestive function.
3. Patients with chronic cholecystitis, cholelithiasis (gallstones), or chronic pancreatitis should avoid chili peppers. Capsaicin stimulates an increase in gastric acid secretion. The excess gastric acid can cause gallbladder contraction and spasm of the sphincter of Oddi, leading to difficulty in bile excretion. This can trigger cholecystitis, biliary colic, and pancreatitis.
4. Patients with hemorrhoids should avoid chili peppers. The stimulation from capsaicin can cause congestion and swelling of hemorrhoidal veins, worsening the condition and potentially leading to perianal abscesses. Additionally, chili can exacerbate constipation, further aggravating hemorrhoids.
5. Patients with conjunctivitis or keratitis should avoid chili peppers. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, it is believed to cause "internal heat" and worsen the condition.
6. Postpartum women and pregnant women should avoid eating chili peppers. It can lead to mouth sores, dry stools, and can also cause illness in the nursing infant.
7. Patients with kidney disease should avoid chili peppers. Capsaicin is excreted through the kidneys and can damage renal parenchymal cells. In severe cases, it can lead to changes in renal function or even renal failure.
8. Patients with hyperthyroidism should avoid chili peppers. Since they already have a fast heart rate, consuming it can further increase the heart rate and make the symptoms more pronounced.
9. Patients with dermatitis and some other skin diseases should avoid chili peppers, as consumption often worsens these conditions.
10. Thin people should avoid chili peppers. They often experience symptoms like a dry throat, a bitter taste in the mouth, and irritability. Eating chili can not only worsen these symptoms but also lead to bleeding, allergies, and inflammation. In severe cases, it can cause infections like carbuncles and abscesses.
11. Patients currently undergoing treatment with traditional Chinese medicine are also advised to avoid it, as capsaicin can affect the efficacy of the treatment.