What is Monosodium Glutamate? In Which Foods Is It Found?

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) is a food additive, also known as Chinese salt.

MSG has been associated with obesity, metabolic disorders, Chinese Restaurant Syndrome, toxic effects and harmful effects on reproductive organs.

Chinese Restaurant Syndrome ( At the onset of symptoms (CRS), individuals reported complaints such as “burning sensation in the back of the neck, blisters in both arms and sometimes in the chest, weakness, fatigue and palpitations”. These symptoms have been reported to occur within 20 minutes of consuming an MSG-rich meal.

Although MSG has proven its value as a flavor enhancer, other studies have reported toxic effects on this popular food additive. Chinese Restaurant Syndrome; obesity, deterioration in adipose tissue, liver damage, reproductive problems include these toxic effects. In the studies, no changes were observed in blood sugar and insulin levels after consumption of MSG added foods.

MSG; It is a controversial food additive used in canned foods, crackers, meats, salad dressings, frozen foods and countless products. may pave the way for many neurological problems.

In the table below, there are additives containing MSG and triggering additives for sensitive individuals.

If you make a habit of reading the food label while consuming and make limited consumption, you will make a big investment in your health in the long run.

I advise you to examine it carefully and wish you healthy days.

MSG CONTAINS

• Carrageenan (E 407)

• Boulion

• Maltodextrin

• Oligodextrin

• Citric acid, citrate (E330)

• Barley Malt

• Brerer's Yeast

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• Pectin (E 440)

• Condiment

• Ultra pasteurized products

MSG TRIGGERS FOR SENSITIVE INDIVIDUALS

• Corn Starch

• Corn Syrup

• Modified Starch

• Dextrose

• Brown rice syrup

• Milk powder

• Reduced-fat milk (%1-%2)

• Low-fat products

• Vinegar

• Citrate-aspartame-glutamate

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