Whether chili peppers can harm the spleen and stomach depends on individual constitution, consumption amount, as well as the type and cooking method of chili peppers. Here is a comprehensive analysis:

✅ The functions and benefits of chili peppers

Eating chili peppers in moderation is beneficial for many peopleusefulEspecially:

• stimulate appetiteThe spicy components in chili peppers (mainly capsaicin) can stimulate taste and gastric juice secretion, helping to stimulate appetite.

• Accelerate metabolismChili peppers can promote blood circulation and metabolism, help keep warm, and burn calories.

• antioxidationChili peppers are rich in vitamin C and carotenoids, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

⚠️ But chili peppers have an impact on the spleen and stomachPotential damageAttention should also be paid, especially to the following groups:

1、 Individuals with a constitution that leans towards "deficiency cold" or "weak spleen and stomach":

• Commonly manifested as: bloating, postprandial drowsiness, indigestion, loose stools or diarrhea;

• Eating chili is easyDiarrhea, stomach pain, acid reflux, heartburn；

• Reason: Chili is a "hot" food that can stimulate the gastric mucosa, increase gastric acid secretion, and cause even more imbalance in the already weak spleen and stomach.

2、 For those with stomach/intestinal problems:

• For example: gastric ulcer, gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome, peptic ulcer;

• Chili peppers mayStimulating the gastrointestinal mucosa, causing inflammation or worsening symptoms。

3、 Children, elderly or postoperative recovery population:

• The spleen and stomach function is already weak, so it is even more important to eat less or avoid spicy stimulation.

🧠 Traditional Chinese Medicine viewpoint:

• Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that excessive spiciness can deplete qi and harm yin; Spicy food enters the lungs and stomach, and excessive consumption can damage the spleen;

• Especially as the saying goes, 'the spleen is the foundation of postnatal development.' Spleen deficiency can lead to imbalances in circulation and metabolism, making it prone to problems such as dampness and diarrhea;

• So traditional Chinese medicine often suggests:People with weak spleen and stomach should avoid excessive consumption of spicy food。

✅ How to eat spicy food healthier?

🔚 Summary:

• healthy peopleModerate consumption of chili peppers usually does not harm the spleen and stomach, and is even beneficial for appetite and metabolism;

• People with weak spleen and stomach, stomach diseases, and a constitution that is either too hot or too cold: Should be consumed with caution, or even completely avoided;

• If there are symptoms such as abdominal pain, acid reflux, and bloating after frequently eating spicy food, it indicates that it has stimulated the spleen and stomach. It is necessary to reduce intake and nourish the spleen and stomach in a timely manner.