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As far as I know MSG has never been shown to cause cancer, but it has been shown to increase the growth and metastasis of cancer. Also excess glutamate, the active component of MSG, can overstimulate neurons and generate enormous amounts of free radicals which can damage DNA. So I think MSG might could possibly cause some brain cancers in susceptible people.
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Does msg cause cancer?
Scientists have yet to find a link between MSG and cancer and have found that MSG doesn't even cause headaches and the such, contrary to popular belief. So next time your at a Chinese restaurant, you might want to worry more about the button on your pants snapping than cancer.
What is the health effects of MSG?
Mostly lung cancer...
Should you be worried about chemicals in food?
1. high fructose corn syrup 2. MSG these will cause a formaldehyde build up in your brain leading to neurological issues and will cause migraines and cancer Weight gain is very prevalent
Does chili's use msg?
Chili's does use ingredients that could cause a reaction in those who are sensitive to MSG.
Does indomie noodles really cause short memory and cancer?
Yes, Indomie noodles do contain quite a bit of MSG (mono-sodium glutamate). Lately, there is a lot of controversy surrounding MSG because it causes some people to have headaches, chest pain, nausea, heart palpatations and other symptoms.
What is in Chinese food that can cause and upset stomach?
MSG
Can eating MSG cause vomiting?
Yes. If you are sensitive to MSG, it can cause different symptoms in different people. It is hard to avoid. If you get a bad reaction to MSG, you will react to malted barley, hydrolyzed vegetable protein, autolyzed yeast, and many more.
Can MSG cause brain tumors?
I think it would be possible if a lot of the MSG entered the brain, since it would overstimulate brain cells which would generate enormous amounts of free radicals that damage DNA. However, I think it would be extremely rare. Excess glutamate such as that found in MSG has been shown to increase the growth and spread of cancer once you do have it though. I would be more concerned about MSG damaging and killing off my brain cells.
Does powerade cause cancer?
No, Powerade does not cause cancer.
Can a black freckle cause cancer?
no it cannot cause a cancer
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botox cause cancer yes or no
Do do spicy foods cause cancer?
No they don't cause cancer.
