The harmful effects of monosodium glutamate. By Shameem Akthar. Share: Last updated on: June 08, 2015 07:13 IST.

Over the decades, monosodium glutamate — better known as MSG — has found its way into many foods as a flavour enhancer. But also during this time, the ubiquitous seasoning has endured a less ...

Monosodium L-glutamate in soup reduces subsequent energy intake from high-fat savoury food in overweight and obese women. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26455957/ Moneim WMA, et al. (2018).

2. Asian Sauces. Soy sauce, fish sauce, and oyster sauce all have very high levels of glutamate. Soy is naturally high in glutamate, and soy-based sauces will have concentrated levels of the compound.

Ever since monosodium glutamate was identified as the source of unpleasant health effects dubbed "Chinese Restaurant Syndrome," MSG has been unwelcome; yet, advocates promote its use in kitchens ...

MSG is an often misunderstood spice that should be utilized more frequently in cooking. Here's why MSG deserves a spot in your seasoning cabinet.

Bera TK, Kar SK, Yadav PK, Mukherjee P, Yadav S, Joshi B. Effects of monosodium glutamate on human health: A systematic review. World Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences. 2017;5(5):139–144. Food ...

While extensive research has shown monosodium glutamate or MSG is safe, people still debate whether it causes side effects in a small subset of eaters.

Monosodium glutamate, or MSG — a food additive that is often found in Asian cuisine — has had something of a negative reputation over the last 60 years. Some food experts insist that's unfair.