Monosodium glutamate (MSG) - Fix the Philippines, help citizens identify, raise and fix issues in their society and the government

MSG is a flavor enhancer that is responsible for inducing the umami flavors on our tongue.

Monosodium glutamate is the sodium salt of glutamic acid, one of the most abundant naturally occurring non-essential amino acids.

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Safety

Short term health concerns
Long term or serious health concerns

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A small percentage of people have short-term reactions to MSG unverified
Researchers acknowledge, though, that a small percentage of people may have short-term reactions to MSG. Symptoms are usually mild and don't require treatment. The only way to prevent a reaction is to avoid foods containing MSG.
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MSG does not cause serious diseases unverified
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MSG is addictive and may make you regularly crave for MSG-flavored food unverified
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MSG is found naturally in tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, potatoes, mushrooms, and other vegetables and fruits unverified
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MSG is safe for the vast majority of people unverified
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Rigorous and realistic scientific evidence linking the "Chinese Restaurant Syndrome" to MSG could not be found unverified
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The FDA has received many anecdotal reports of adverse reactions to foods containing MSG unverified
These reactions — known as MSG symptom complex — include: * Headache * Flushing * Sweating * Facial pressure or tightness * Numbness, tingling or burning in the face, neck and other areas * Rapid, fluttering heartbeats (heart palpitations) * Chest... Show More
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The only way to prevent a reaction is to avoid foods containing MSG unverified
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MSG is a silent killer and causes serious diseases unlikely
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Questions 1
Is MSG consumption bad for the health?
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Sources

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJw8r_YWJ9k
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/expert-answers/monosodium-glutamate/faq-20058196
https://www.pri.org/stories/2014-10-03/science-suggests-msg-really-isnt-bad-your-health-after-all

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Posted 9 years ago | Edited 7 years ago