What happens to your body if you eat too much chilli?
                                
                                
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                                According to a study reported by Verywell Health, the compound capsaicin in chili peppers can bind to pain receptors in the digestive tract, stimulating contractions and sometimes leading to diarrhea. For many, this is a familiar side effect of overindulging in heat.