I ate some very spicy cheese several days ago, and for about 12 hours was burping it up (very hot in that direction too!). The next two days I couldn't eat anything at all without terrible reflux. So, 2 days on liquids and I'm feeling better now.

Has anyone else noticed a problem like that with spicy food? I'm wondering if it was a fluke or if I have to give up the spicy food altogether...

Sharon

My nutritionist said that for some spicy foods and rich foods can be an issue. I'm not a huge fan of either so I've never had a problem. But, I'd say yes it can be a problem. Maybe try to eat less of it or take more of a break between eating it.

I can tell you that spicy food has not been a problem for me. In fact, I find that I like food more and more spicy than ever before.

Not that it matters in this discussion, but I was banded 12-3-08.

I think I am the odd one out here. I was banded May 4th of this year and was never a fan of spicy foods but I CRAVE it now. The hotter the better! I never used to eat red pepper on my pizza but I am addicted to it. I have not noticed any reflux yet but I have only had two fills so far. It may become an issue later though.

I have absolutely no issues with spicy food, thankfully. I adore spicy foods!

I really love the spicy food, and think my band is a wee bit too tight. Maybe when I get a bit taken out I'll be able to revisit the spicy stuff!

Thanks for the answers

Hopefully that will do the trick. My band tightened up on me back in may and it was july before I had it slightly unfilled. HUGE difference! I was a much happier person for that!