5 Facts About MSG, the Controversial Cooking Ingredient Worth Noting

"6 Facts About MSG, the Controversial Cooking Ingredient That Is Interesting to Note"

5 Facts About MSG, the Controversial Cooking Ingredient Worth Noting

"Dream - Micin, mecin, vetsin or monosodium glutamate (MSG), has quite a few names. Micin itself is a food additive that is often used to enhance the umami flavor in various dishes."

The use of this MSG is very widespread in various cuisines, especially in oriental dishes. MSG often becomes a subject of debate regarding its impact on health. So, is MSG safe for consumption? Here are 5 interesting facts about MSG to note.

"1. What is Micin?"

"Micin is sodium salt of glutamic acid, an amino acid that is naturally found in various foods such as tomatoes, cheese, and meat. Glutamic acid is also produced by the human body and plays an important role in brain function and the nervous system."

"2. History of Micin Usage"

"Micin was first isolated and patented by a Japanese chemist, Kikunae Ikeda, in the early 20th century. MSG then became popular as a common additive used in East Asian cuisine and spread worldwide through processed foods and restaurants."

"3. Controversy Surrounding MSG"

The controversy surrounding MSG began in 1968 when Dr. Robert Ho Man Kwok wrote a letter to the New England Journal of Medicine, describing symptoms such as numbness and heart palpitations after eating at a Chinese restaurant. This phenomenon later became known as the "Chinese Restaurant Syndrome" and is often associated with MSG, although scientific evidence supporting this claim is very limited.

"4. Research Words"

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and various other health agencies have conducted numerous studies to assess the safety of MSG. Here are some key findings from those studies.

"Does Not Cause Brain Damage
Initial research on rats showed that high-dose MSG injections under the skin could cause brain damage. However, this method is not relevant to how humans consume MSG, which is through food. Further research on humans found no evidence supporting the claim that MSG causes brain damage."

"- Does Not Cause Allergies
MSG is not recognized as an allergen by health authorities. Although there are some reports of negative reactions, most are not supported by strong scientific evidence. Some individuals may be sensitive to MSG and experience mild symptoms, but this is very rare."

"5. Experts' Perspectives"

"Health experts have conducted extensive research and analysis on the effects of MSG on health. Fred Cohen, a headache specialist and assistant professor of medicine and neurology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, stated that many early studies on MSG are very extreme and inaccurate. "

"In his review, Cohen found that although MSG can trigger headaches in some people, many studies use doses of MSG that are much higher than normal consumption."

"Dr. Michael J. Glade, a nutritionist, also stated that MSG is safe to consume in moderation. According to him, the symptoms reported by some individuals are most likely caused by other factors, not MSG itself. Dr. Glade emphasizes the importance of considering scientific evidence and not being influenced by unfounded myths. Based on current scientific evidence and expert opinions, MSG is safe for consumption in reasonable amounts. Although there are some individuals who may be sensitive to MSG and experience mild symptoms, the majority of people can consume it without issues."

"It is important to separate fact from myth and understand that MSG is not harmful when consumed in moderation. Thus, MSG remains a safe and useful additive in everyday cooking."

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