Why do I feel weird when I eat spicy food?
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2015 study, the compound capsaicin doesn't activate taste buds but instead triggers pain receptors, tricking your brain into thinking your mouth is on fire. This is the primary reason why you might feel weird when you eat spicy food, setting off a cascade of physiological and neurological reactions throughout your body.