What causes hot flashes after consuming food?

Answer 1

Can foods or drinks cause a hot flash? A meal containing hot pepper (capsaicin) can cause a rapid outbreak of a hot flash. In this case, the capsaicin directly stimulates nerve endings that affect and dilate the brain blood vessels. Alcohol, other food additives and just eating a large meal itself can cause hot flashes. The truth is that we do not know all the different foods and additives and other ingested substances that can trigger this reaction. Many prescription drugs such as anti-hypertensives and mood altering drugs such as anti-depressants or anti-anxiety medications can also cause hot flashes. Each prescription drug you are taking should be checked to see if hot flashes or night sweats are a known side effects. Over-the-counter medications and supplements should also be examined for their side effect profile.