Stomach pain after eating very spicy food can happen because spices may irritate the stomach lining or increase acid production. If the pain is mild, these steps can help:
• Drink small amounts of cool water regularly. Avoid drinking a large amount all at once.
• Eat plain, easy-to-digest foods such as bananas, rice, toast, oatmeal, curd/yogurt, or plain khichdi.
• Milk or plain yogurt may help some people because dairy proteins can reduce the burning feeling from spicy foods.
• Avoid more spicy, oily, fried, or acidic foods for a while.
• Rest in an upright position after eating. Lying flat can sometimes worsen acidity.
• Ginger tea or mint tea may help reduce nausea or mild stomach discomfort in some people.
• A warm compress on the stomach can sometimes ease cramping.
If the problem feels like acidity or heartburn, over-the-counter antacids can help some people, but follow the package instructions and avoid taking medicines frequently without medical advice.
Seek medical care if you have severe pain, repeated vomiting, blood in stool, fever, trouble breathing, or pain that keeps returning.