Monosodium Glutamate

Question: Monosodium Glutamate? What's the difference between monosodium glutamate, and monosodium glutamate monohydrate? are there any physical differences??

Answer: Monohydrate means it contains one molecule of water.

Question: Monosodium glutamate? I'm researching MSG and I have found nothing that shows it is at all bad for you. In fact, all it contains is water, sodium and glutamate - an amino acid found in almost all vegetables, and meats. Lots of my favourite foods contain MSG and it's been used in Japan for 98 years. In Japan they consume LOADS and the country has the highest life expectancy on Earth? Do you think MSG is bad?

Answer: Yes there is no proof that its harm full but it makes any kind of food tastier so you eat larger amounts-and there are studies on rats proving that MSG blocks the signals that show the rat that it had enough-so the rat gets obese.Bon appettite..

Question: How many of you are aware of monosodium glutamate that is responsible of being overweight? How many of you are aware of monosodium glutamate(MSG) that is responsible of being overweight?How many of you are overweight and know but still continue to eat those stuff that caused you overweight?

Answer: haha that's funny "monosodium glutamate! oo it kills everyone! oo" that's a good one.

Question: How long will monosodium glutamate stay in my system? I ingested monosodium glutamate and feel sick. It's been one day and I still feel the effects. When will it get out of my system? Is there anything I can do to get it out faster? Thanks so much.

Answer: 24-72 hours in your system 14-21 days in your urine stream 21-60 days in your blood 60-120 days in your hair (depending on how much you cut/color your hair)

Question: What exactly is Monosodium Glutamate and what effect does it have on the brain? my friends stopped eating certain foods because they heard that it (Monosodium glutamate), kills brain cells. Is this really true?

Answer: MSG is a sodium salt of the amino glutamic acid and is used to enhance the flavor of food. Glutamate is an amino acid. It's found naturally in our bodies and in some foods. Exactly what it is, is Sodium (2S)-2-amino-5-hydroxy-5-oxo-pentanoate. The FDA has sponsored extensive studies and has deemed and reaffirmed that MSG is safe at the normally used levels. The neurological damage you heard about happened to research animals.

Question: Can children grow out of the allergy Monosodium glutamate? Can children grow out of the allergy Monosodium glutamate? i was allergic to MSG as a child and i am wondering if it is good idea to try some. Do children usually grow out of it?

Answer: no

Question: Is it true that dogs can get killed if it eats monosodium glutamate? That's what they usually told somebody who wants to kill a dog that is pesting their yard. In fact it was suspected that our dog died by eating sandwhich with monosodium glutamate.

Answer: It would have to be an awful lot of it.. Hmmmm. I just looked it up, and found this article> Dr. George Schwartz, toxicologist and author says two tablespoons of MSG on a piece of bread will kill a medium-sized dog in minutes. http://72.14.253.104/search?q=cache:6OAfs1DsGAYJ:www.msgmyth.com/brochure.pdf+dog+monosodium+glutamate+toxic&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=2&gl=us&client=firefox-a

Question: How does monosodium glutamate produced? What are the raw materials used in the production of monosodium glutamate? How are reactors designed for the fermentation process and what are the important factors to be considered in the design?

Answer: Kelp or algae, production from vats of bacteria that excrete it, or chemical conversion of protein hydrolysates.

Question: is eat food with monosodium glutamate bad? every time before I eat my food, I see monosodium glutamate was added in it. is it bad? is that consider as not eating right?

Answer: No, its not bad. MSG is a flavour enhancer, widely used in pre-packed food and Asian cuisine. Some people are allergic to it and this gave MSG the bad "name", the Chinese take away syndrome as it was called then but its like saying peanuts are bad just because some people are allergic to it. Have a look here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monosodium_glutamate and here in regards to Umami: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Umami

Question: What are the good and bad effects of Monosodium Glutamate? Is this bad to our health? If so, is it good to use Ajinomoto Vetsin?

Answer: MSG is basically a food additive which is used as a flavour enhancer in some foods. There is basically no evidence to conclusivly show that MSG causes any harm. n the past, MSG has been linked to conditions such as migraines, asthma, depression and Alzheimer's, but has never been isolated as a cause and there is no proven link. In contrast, large quantities of MSG have been fed to humans without causing ill-effects. In the UK, MSG is considered a safe additive by the government. In clinical trials, when rats were given excess glutamate it caused retinal damage, but this only seemed to occur when large amounts were fed to the rats (much more than would ever be consumed by a human.) "An ‘international team of experts' met in early 2007 to review the current knowledge of MSG safety, and concluded that MSG was ‘harmless for the whole population' (Consensus Meeting on monosodium glutamate, published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition). They agreed that there was no new evidence (since their last meeting in 1997) that certain individuals reacted badly to MSG. Glutamate is an important chemical in the brain, and there is the potential for neurological effects if very high levels of glutamate reached the brain. However, the ‘blood-brain' barrier effectively prevents this, and problems in rats have only occurred if massive amounts of MSG are given. The group did comment that people with some illnesses have a compromised blood-brain barrier, and the effect of this on brain glutamate levels is unknown. All the evidence suggests that consuming normal amounts of added glutamate cause no ill-effects. However, it is possible that certain people could be particularly sensitive to glutamate, and if problems are linked to MSG-containing foods they may want to cut their intake of these foods." The only real health benefit of MSG is that it may reduce the need to add extra salt to food.

Question: I want to start eating a diet that is completely free of Monosodium Glutamate. How? I went through my cabinets and it's in like almost all the foods I have. Also, I hear that "Natural Flavors" is a tricky way of covering MSG up. Plus, (as if that weren't enough) I hear that certain foods chemically produce MSG after being cooked. How do I avoid all this?

Answer: Before you go on a strict MSG-free diet, you may want to read this article about the safety of MSG http://www.foodsafety.gov/~lrd/msg.html, and think about limiting, rather than eliminating, MSG from your diet. However, this website contains lists of foods that are supposed to be MSG-free which you might find helpful: http://www.latitudes.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=2976. You should try to avoid chicken, sausage, parmesage cheese, and dipping sauces. Also, products by Amy's have no MSG. Hope that helped

Question: What are the health risks related to adding of Monosodium Glutamate in food? What is the safe amount of MSG that can be added to food (like Chinese)? Are there different qualities / varieties available in the market of MSG with different health safety levels?

Answer: MSG is only really a concern if you are prone to allergies or migraines. Asthmatics also often have a reaction to it. Otherwise it really does just make food taste better. Naturally occurring glutamates are found in hard cheeses, mushrooms, concentrated tomato paste and many other 'savoury' tasting foods. So a pizza with tomato and loads of Parmesan will have far more glutamates than your average Chinese meal!!! Interestingly, human breast milk is really high in MSG! You can buy it in Asian grocers, but I'm pretty sure it is just standard strength. Just use a pinch like salt, (too much will ruin the taste of your meal) or simply replace it with other natural glutamates like fish sauce, shrimp floss or mushrooms.

Question: What are the different names for Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) found in food? I want to cut as much of it out of my diet as possible but I can't because they never use MSG in their ingrediants! They use names lie 'aginomoto' and 'natural meat tenderizer'- driving me crazy

Answer: The main ones are monosodium glutamate (MSG), aspartame, and L-cysteine. Ajinomoto Ajinomoto’s signature product, monosodium glutamate (MSG) seasoning. 'natural meat tenderizer' Instead of using tenderizers that contain MSG or unnatural ingredients, try the following natural ways to tenderize. Whether you plan on broiling, baking, simmering, or grilling, give these natural ideas a try! Put Down the Salt ********************* Salt pulls the moisture out of meat and other foods during the heating process, and no matter what types of natural tenderizer you use, don't use salt until it's ready to serve. Dry meat is usually tough, and moisture is required for juicy succulent steaks and roasts. The juice is the source of the flavor, so hold the salt for more flavorful cuts every time. Give it a Good Pounding! ***************************** Before using any natural product to tenderize meat, give it a good pounding first. Even if you don't have a mallet you can easily tenderize meat. My mother and my grandmother always pounded round steak with the edge of a small plate, and this method also works great for other types of roasts and steaks. Pound it with the edge of a plate in one direction, and do the same in the opposite direction to give it a crosshatched appearance. Turn it over and do the same to the other side. Next, use one of the following natural ways to tenderize meat. You can turn the toughest portions into meat that practically melts in your mouth! Apple Juice ************** Next time you want tender juicy meat, marinade it in apple juice for a few hours before preparation. The juice will give it a slightly sweet and tangy flavor, and it will be extra tender and juicy. Try using freshly pressed apple juice for very tasty results! Hold the MSG! ***************** The acid in lemon juice is a natural tenderizer, and since it's quite sour, a little goes a long way. Rub lemon juice on the surface, and allow it to remain in the refrigerator for a few hours before preparation. The lemon juice will give it a zippy flavor unlike any other natural product available. Apple Cider Vinegar ********************** Vinegar is also highly acid, and it provides a natural way to tenderize meat. Apple cider vinegar is flavorful, and I use it as a natural meat tenderizer. Rub apple cider vinegar on potentially tough cuts of meat, and allow it to soak in for a few hours or longer before preparation. Season the meat as usual, and it will turn out flavorful, tender, and very juicy. Tomato Juice *************** Another natural acidic is tomato juice, and it's a fantastic natural way to tenderize meat. Marinate round steak and Swiss steak in low-sodium tomato juice, and let it simmer slowly until fork tender. This natural way to tenderize meat adds a lot of flavor and makes the steak exceptionally tender every time.

Question: Do you know what food products contain Monosodium Glutamate? Name a food product you know that contains MSG. How can 1billion gooks be wrong?

Answer: Old Bay Seasoning Accent

Question: Is it ok to eat monosodium glutamate during early pregnancy? Its an ingredient in some foods? i heard that its not good. However, its an ingredient in most of the foods i eat, such as some seasoning products i use in several foods.

Answer: No, I would avoid it. Read Lise Eliot's "What's Going on in There? How the Brain and Mind Development in the First Five Years". It's best to avoid MSG, just to be safe. Try eating all-natural food, food closest to its natural state.

Question: What is Monosodium glutamate? What is Monosodium glutamate?

Answer: a salt. that enhances the food flavors. But CAN cause headaches or flushed feelings in defective humans