Spicy Foods
Spicy foods are a common cause of acid reflux. They are high in capsaicin, a substance that can slow down the speed of digestion. As a result, foods can remain in the digestive tract longer and increase the risk of heartburn or acid reflux. Another reason is that spicy foods can irritate the esophagus. This would worsen your symptoms and make it more difficult to recover. Therefore, make sure to reduce the consumption of spicy foods, especially those products with added chili. [6]
