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How long does the burning from spicy food last?

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  • Absorption timeline (minutes from mouth to gut)
  • Why the burn comes back when digesting
  • Individual variation factors
  • What speeds clearance (dairy / fat / alcohol effects)
  • The morning-after effect for extreme heat