wat is msg, it is an ingredient in a food recipe, wth is it? any pictures or explaination?

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wat is msg, it is an ingredient in a food recipe, wth is it? any pictures or explaination?

Answer 1

MSG, Monosodiun Glutamate, is a flavor enhancer which has been used effectively for nearly a century to bring out the best flavor of foods. Its principal component is an amino acid called glutamic acid or glutamate. Glutamate is found naturally in protein-containing foods such as meat, vegetables, poultry and milk.
There is evidence that some people are allergic to the compound with symtoms such as, burning sensation in the back of the neck, forearms and chest
numbness in the back of the neck, radiating to the arms and back
tingling, warmth and weakness in the face, temples, upper back, neck and arms
facial pressure or tightness
chest pain
headache
nausea
rapid heartbeat
bronchospasm (difficulty breathing) in MSG-intolerant people with asthma
drowsiness
weakness
Issues surrounding these health implications of MSG consumption are the subject of much debate.
The FDA approves MSG but enforces lableing laws regarding MSG as an additive.
Personally I use it all the time wtih good results and am apparantly not allergic.
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Answer 2

There are alot of folks who have a bad reaction to MSG - and plenty who don't. Simply put it is a preservative and flavor enhancer. For the home cook if you want you can leave it out - if you want to include it use a product called Accent - you can find it in the spice isle of most supermarkets

Answer 3

Besides adding it to your food, it occurs naturally in some foods, some of which are tomatoes & mushrooms. Some people claim to be negatively sensitive to MSG. There is only anecdotal evidence of side effects.

Answer 4

This I know about...I known a few people who are seriously allergic to it. MSG is simply a flavour enchancer in alot of foods. here is a good website to learn more about MSG..
http://www.msgmyth.com/brochure.pdf
Hope this helps!!

Answer 5

Msg is Monosodium Glutomate it is a white crytally powder to enchance the taste of the food usually used by Asians.

Answer 6

not a really good substance to include in your diet!