Here’s What It Means If You Want To Go For “Number Two” Right After Eating. Managing Symptoms of an Overactive Gastrocolic Reflex There are certain actions you can do to alleviate your symptoms if you often feel uncomfortable or have an urge to go to the bathroom just after eating. Dr. Salhab advises staying away from specific trigger foods that could make the problem worse, like: Carbonated beverages Al*ohol Citrus foods Dairy products Fried or fatty foods